Glockenspiel

C1 8+

Synonyms of glockenspiel

Antonyms of glockenspiel

Collocations of glockenspiel

musical instrument
Frequency: 80 %

The glockenspiel is a popular musical instrument in marching bands.

percussion instrument
Frequency: 75 %

The glockenspiel is a percussion instrument that produces a bright, high-pitched sound.

orchestral music
Frequency: 70 %

The glockenspiel is often used in orchestral music to add a sparkling, bell-like sound.

bright sound
Frequency: 65 %

The glockenspiel has a bright sound that cuts through the music.

metal bars
Frequency: 60 %

The glockenspiel consists of metal bars that are struck with mallets to produce sound.

Idiomatic Expressions for glockenspiel

  • Phrase: ring like a glockenspiel
    Meaning: to produce a clear, ringing sound
    Usage: The church bells rang like a glockenspiel on Christmas morning.