die Gitarre, -n
guitar
Ein Musikinstrument mit Saiten, das man mit den Fingern oder einem Plektrum zupft, um Töne zu erzeugen.
The German word "Gitarre" is a noun that means "guitar". The term itself does not break down into smaller meaningful components in German; it's a loanword derived from the Italian word "chitarra". "Gitarre" refers specifically to the stringed musical instrument made of wood or other materials, typically with six strings, used in various musical genres.
Similar words include "Zitherm" (zither) and "Lute" (lute), both of which are stringed instruments, but differ in their construction and traditional usage. While "Zither" and "Lute" have distinct historic and regional cultural significance and differences, "Gitarre" is generally more versatile in modern music and more prevalent in contemporary musical contexts.
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Examples
Sie spielt Gitarre in einer Band.noun
She plays guitar in a band.
Die Gitarren stehen neben dem Tisch.noun
The guitars are standing next to the table.
Hast du deine Gitarre heute dabei?noun
Do you have your guitar with you today?
Kaufst du diese neue Gitarre?noun
Are you buying this new guitar?
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