bassoon
pronunciation
How to pronounce bassoon in British English:
UK [bəˈsu:n]
How to pronounce bassoon in American English:
US [bəˈsun, bæ-]
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- Noun:
- a double-reed instrument; the tenor of the oboe family
Word Origin
- bassoon (n.)
- 1727, from French basson (17c.), from Italian bassone, augmentative of basso (see bass (adj.)). Compare balloon (n.); also see -oon.
Example
- 1. What is missing from the australian solo bassoon repertoire .
- 2. Three pieces for flute , clarinet and bassoon .
- 3. New instruments were developed specifically the recorder the transverse flute oboe and bassoon .
- 4. Bassoon and french horns , you need to play together .
- 5. Humorous tunes delivered by bassoon trainees .