Cornet

Pronunciation: /kɔːrˈnɛt/

Definitions of cornet

noun a brass musical instrument similar to a trumpet but shorter and wider, often used in marching bands and jazz ensembles

Example Sentences

A1 I saw a cornet ice cream at the park.

A2 The band played a beautiful melody on the cornet.

B1 She practiced playing the cornet every day to improve her skills.

B2 The jazz musician showcased his talent on the cornet during the concert.

C1 The cornet player's performance was met with critical acclaim.

C2 The intricate solos played on the cornet mesmerized the audience.

Examples of cornet in a Sentence

formal The musician played a beautiful melody on the cornet during the orchestra performance.

informal I love listening to the cornet player in the jazz band, they're so talented!

slang Check out that cool cornet solo in the marching band!

figurative Her voice was like a sweet cornet, filling the room with warmth and harmony.

Grammatical Forms of cornet

• past tense: corneted
• plural: cornets
• comparative: more cornet
• superlative: most cornet
• present tense: cornets
• future tense: will cornet
• perfect tense: have corneted
• continuous tense: is corneting
• singular: cornet
• positive degree: cornet
• infinitive: to cornet
• gerund: corneting
• participle: corneted

Origin and Evolution of cornet

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: French

Story behind the word: The word 'cornet' originated from the French word 'cornette' which referred to a small horn or trumpet.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'cornet' came to specifically refer to a musical instrument similar to a trumpet, often used in military bands or orchestras.