How to Pronounce "glockenspiel"
word
ˈɡɫɑkənˌspiɫ
GLAHK-uhn-speel
ɡlˈɒkənspˌiːl
glok-UHN-speel
Definition
A glockenspiel is a musical instrument with rows of metal bars arranged like a piano keyboard. It is played by striking the bars with small mallets, producing bright, clear notes.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɫɑkənˌspiɫ
British English
ɡlˈɒkənspˌiːl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GLAHK-uhn-speel
UK
glok-UHN-speel
Listen in Context
The music teacher played the glockenspiel for the class.
A glockenspiel has metal bars that make high, bright sounds.
Children learn simple songs on the glockenspiel at school.
You often see a glockenspiel in orchestras and kids' music classes.