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Flute

Woodwind instrument that produces sound by blowing across an opening.

flute instrument

A woodwind instrument, typically made of metal or wood. The flute produces sound by blowing across an opening (embouchure hole), creating a vibrating airstream. Modern flutes are most commonly made of silver or nickel-silver, and typically have a cylindrical bore. Historically flutes were constructed from wood.

Pronunciation

/fluːt/

Etymology

The word 'flute' comes from the Old French 'flote', meaning 'edge' or 'rim'.

Explain Like I’m 5

A flute is a musical instrument you blow across to make sound, like blowing over the top of a bottle!

Fun Facts

The oldest known flute is made of bone and dates back 43,000 years
Some flutes have keys to change the pitch
The piccolo is a smaller, higher-pitched flute

FAQ

What is a flute made of? Often metal or wood
How is sound produced? By blowing air across an opening
What types of flutes exist? Concert, Piccolo, and Native American

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

woodwind instrument

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

piccolo alto flute bass flute

Meronyms — Parts or Components

embouchure hole keys

Indexes

musical instrument wind instrument

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