Harps Meaning in English
word · lemma: harp
ˈhɑɹps
HARPS
hˈɑːps
HAAHPS
Definition
Plural of 'harp'; large musical instruments with many strings that are played by plucking.
Usage & Nuances
'Harps' is mainly used when talking about more than one harp. Most common in classical or orchestral contexts. Don't confuse with the verb 'harp on' (to complain repeatedly). Pronounced with a strong 's' at the end.
Spanish: arpasPortuguese (BR): harpasPortuguese (PT): harpasChinese (Simplified): 竖琴（复数）Chinese (Traditional): 豎琴（複數）Hindi: वीणा (बहुवचन) - हार्प्सArabic: قيثاراتBengali: হার্প - বীণা (পশ্চিমা বাদ্যযন্ত্র)Russian: арфыJapanese: ハープVietnamese: đàn hạcKorean: 하프Turkish: arpaUrdu: ساز ہارپIndonesian: harpa
Example Sentences
The orchestra has three harps.
basic
She loves listening to harps at concerts.
basic
Harps are difficult to play.
basic
Not many people know that Celtic music uses special kinds of harps.
natural
You don’t see harps in popular bands very often these days.
natural
The room was filled with golden harps, making it look magical.
natural