Violinist Meaning in English

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US

vaɪəˈɫɪnəst

vy-uh-LIH-nist

UK

vˈaɪəlɪnˌɪst

vy-uh-LIN-ist

Definition

A violinist is a person who plays the violin, either professionally or as a hobby.

Usage & Nuances

'Violinist' is a formal and neutral term, used for both men and women. It is commonly found in classical music and orchestral settings. Do not confuse with 'fiddler,' which usually refers to folk or traditional violin players.

• Spanish: violinista
• Portuguese (BR): violinista
• Portuguese (PT): violinista
• Chinese (Simplified): 小提琴家
• Chinese (Traditional): 小提琴家
• Hindi: वायलिन वादक
• Arabic: عازف الكمان
• Bengali: বেহালাবাদক
• Russian: скрипач
• Japanese: バイオリニスト
• Vietnamese: người chơi vĩ cầm
• Korean: 바이올리니스트
• Turkish: kemanist
• Urdu: وائلن بجانے والا - وائلن بجانے والی
• Indonesian: pemain biola

Example Sentences

The violinist played a beautiful song.

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My sister wants to be a violinist.

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The orchestra has three violinists.

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She's the youngest violinist in the symphony.

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The solo violinist received a standing ovation after the concert.

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I’ve never seen a violinist play so passionately before.

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