piano

noun
UK: /piˈæn.əʊ/
US: /piˈænoʊ/

  1. A large musical instrument with black and white keys that you press to make sounds.

    1. She plays the piano every day after school for an hour. [ ] [ ]
    2. The concert hall features a grand piano on stage, ready for the soloist's performance. [ ] [ ]

  2. A piece of music written for the piano.

    1. He practiced a new piano piece for the upcoming recital event. [ ] [ ]
    2. The composer is famous for his piano concertos, showcasing virtuosity and emotion. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

pianoforte keyboard
piano verb

  1. To play the piano.

    1. She likes to piano in her free time to relax and unwind. [ ] [ ]
    2. He pianos beautifully, captivating the audience with his artistry and skill. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "piano" in English means: A large musical instrument with black and white keys that you press to make sounds., A piece of music written for the piano..

The phonetic transcription of "piano" is /piˈæn.əʊ/ in British English and /piˈænoʊ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "piano": pianoforte, keyboard.

Example usage of "piano": "She plays the piano every day after school for an hour.". More examples on the page.