Zither
/ˈzɪðər/noun
A musical instrument with strings stretched across a flat body. Played by strumming or plucking.
She played a beautiful melody on her zither.
Often appears as...
- play the zither
- tune the zither
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Instrument Type
Zithers are part of the string instrument family, similar to guitars but played differently.
The musician's collection includes a violin, a guitar, and a zither.
Pro Tip 2/3Playing Method
Zithers can be played using fingers or a plectrum to pluck the strings.
He used a small plectrum to play the zither, creating a crisp sound.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Context
Zithers have a strong cultural presence in Central European and East Asian music.
During the concert, a traditional Austrian zither added a unique flavor to the music.
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