Flautist Meaning in English

word

US

ˈflɔːtɪst

FLAW-tist

UK

flˈɔːtɪst

fl-AW-tist

Definition

A flautist is a person who plays the flute professionally or as a hobby.

Usage & Nuances

'Flautist' is the standard term in British English; 'flutist' is more common in American English. Both mean the same. Used formally for classical musicians, but also includes anyone who plays the flute.

• Spanish: flautista
• Portuguese (BR): flautista
• Portuguese (PT): flautista
• Chinese (Simplified): 长笛手
• Chinese (Traditional): 長笛手
• Hindi: बांसुरीवादक
• Arabic: عازف الفلوت
• Bengali: বাঁশিবাদক
• Russian: флейтист
• Japanese: フルート奏者
• Vietnamese: người chơi sáo
• Korean: 플루트 연주자
• Turkish: flütçü
• Urdu: بانسری بجانے والا
• Indonesian: pemain seruling

Example Sentences

The flautist played a beautiful melody.

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My sister is a flautist in the school band.

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A flautist must practice every day.

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The orchestra's principal flautist received a long applause after her solo.

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Did you know James is an amazing flautist?

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Being a flautist takes a lot of patience and breath control.

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