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Flautist - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A flautist is a musician who plays the flute, a woodwind instrument. The term is often used in classical music to describe a skilled performer specializing in flute music.

flautist

/ˈflɔːtɪst/ /ˈflɒtɪst/

Definition:

A musician who plays the flute professionally or skillfully.

Synonyms:

flutist, flute player, wind instrumentalist

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

non-musician, listener, audience

Common Collocations:

professional flautist, renowned flautist, classical flautist, jazz flautist

Derivatives:

flautists, flautistic

Usage Tips:

Use "flautist" in formal contexts; "flutist" is more common in American English.

Common Phrases:

master flautist, virtuoso flautist, principal flautist

Etymology:

Derived from Italian "flauto" (flute) and the suffix "-ist," indicating a practitioner.

Examples:

  • 1. The flautist performed a beautiful solo at the concert.
  • 2. She aspires to become a professional flautist one day.
  • 3. The orchestra’s principal flautist played with exceptional skill.
  • 4. He practiced daily to improve as a flautist.

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