Arco

Pronunciation: /ɑrkoʊ/

Definitions of arco

noun a curved part of a musical instrument, such as a violin or cello, that is used to hold the strings in place and to increase their tension

Example Sentences

A1 El arco iris es muy bonito.

A2 En la película de Robin Hood, el arco es su arma principal.

B1 El arco de la guitarra está desafinado.

B2 El arco de triunfo es un monumento famoso en París.

C1 El arco de un violín necesita ser cuidadosamente ajustado para obtener un buen sonido.

C2 El arco de un puente colgante debe ser diseñado para soportar cargas pesadas.

Examples of arco in a Sentence

formal The architect designed the building with a beautiful arco entrance.

informal Let's meet at the park near the arco.

slang Check out that cool arco over there!

figurative The arco of success is often built on hard work and dedication.

Grammatical Forms of arco

• past tense: arched
• plural: arcos
• comparative: more arched
• superlative: most arched
• present tense: arcs
• future tense: will arc
• perfect tense: have arched
• continuous tense: is arcing
• singular: arco
• positive degree: arched
• infinitive: to arc
• gerund: arcing
• participle: arced

Origin and Evolution of arco

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Italian/Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'arco' originated from Italian, derived from the Latin word 'arcus' meaning bow or arch.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a bow or arch in architecture or music, the term 'arco' evolved in music to signify playing with a bow on string instruments such as the violin or cello.