Kantele
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkæntələ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Kantele is a noun meaning (music) A plucked string instrument (a zither) of the Baltic psaltery family, traditionally with five strings but now more widely varying, originating in the folk music of Finland, where it is seen as a national symbol.
Meaning
(music) A plucked string instrument (a zither) of the Baltic psaltery family, traditionally with five strings but now more widely varying, originating in the folk music of Finland, where it is seen as a national symbol.
Example Sentences
With his fingers Väinämöinen played / with its strings the kantele rang out […].
Word Forms
- kanteles
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include kantela, qanun, zither, kamancheh, ukelin, kouxian.
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