độc huyền
Definition
- Noun:
- Monochord: A musical instrument consisting of a single string stretched over a soundboard, used for teaching musical theory, demonstrating intervals, and in some traditional music.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Nhạc công biểu diễn trên cây đàn độc huyền. (The musician performed on the monochord.)
- Độc huyền thường được dùng để giảng giải nguyên lý âm thanh. (The monochord is often used to explain the principles of sound.)
Advanced Usage
- The term is primarily used in academic or historical contexts related to musicology or specific traditional instruments.
Variants and Related Words
- Đàn độc huyền: A more complete term for the monochord instrument.
- Bảo tàng trưng bày một cây đàn độc huyền cổ. (The museum displays an ancient monochord.)
Synonyms
- Monochord
- One-stringed instrument
Notes
- "Độc huyền" is a specialized term. In general conversation, the instrument might be described more simply as a "đàn một dây" (one-stringed lute).