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Lutes Meaning in English

word · lemma: lute

ˈɫuts
LOOTS
lˈuːts
LOOTS

Definition

Plural of lute; stringed musical instruments with a rounded back and a neck, often used in traditional and early music.

Usage & Nuances

Rarely used in everyday conversation; usually appears in classical music, history, or instrument collections. Always plural; singular is 'lute.' 'Lute' refers specifically to instruments in Europe and the Middle East.

Example Sentences

The museum has old lutes on display.

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Lutes were popular in medieval music.

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Musicians tuned their lutes before playing.

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I've never seen so many lutes in one place before!

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Many Renaissance paintings include musicians with lutes.

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Collectors pay a lot for rare lutes from the 1500s.

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