Harmonium

Pronunciation: /hɑːrˈmoʊniəm/

Definitions of harmonium

noun a musical instrument similar to a small organ, with a row of small metal reeds through which air is forced by bellows

Example Sentences

A1 I play the harmonium in my music class.

A2 The harmonium is a popular instrument in Indian classical music.

B1 She practiced playing the harmonium for hours to prepare for the recital.

B2 The harmonium's soothing sound filled the room during the meditation session.

C1 The musician showcased his mastery of the harmonium during the concert.

C2 The intricate melodies produced by the harmonium captivated the audience.

Examples of harmonium in a Sentence

formal The musician played the harmonium during the classical music concert.

informal I love the sound of the harmonium in traditional Indian music.

slang Let's jam together with the harmonium at the music studio.

figurative The harmonium of opinions in the meeting created a beautiful blend of ideas.

Grammatical Forms of harmonium

• plural: harmoniums
• comparative: more harmonious
• superlative: most harmonious
• present tense: plays harmonium
• future tense: will play harmonium
• perfect tense: has played harmonium
• continuous tense: is playing harmonium
• singular: harmonium
• positive degree: harmonium
• infinitive: to play harmonium
• gerund: playing harmonium
• participle: played harmonium

Origin and Evolution of harmonium

First Known Use: 1842 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'harmonium' originated from the Greek words 'harmonia' meaning harmony and 'eum' meaning sound or instrument.

Evolution of the word: The term 'harmonium' was first used in 1842 to describe a type of musical instrument that produces sound through the use of reeds and a keyboard. Over time, the word has continued to be used to refer to similar instruments with variations in design and function.