Basic Details
Word: Trumpet
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A musical instrument made of brass, played by blowing into it and pressing valves to change notes.
Synonyms: Horn, bugle
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Blow your own trumpet: To boast about one's achievements. Example: "He kept blowing his own trumpet about his high test scores."
- To trumpet something: To announce or promote something loudly and proudly. Example: "The school trumpeted their success in the competition."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The trumpet is often used in orchestras to add a brilliant sound to the music.
Example 2: She played a beautiful melody on her trumpet during the concert.
Example 3: The marching band featured several trumpets that filled the air with cheerful notes.
Fun Fact
The trumpet is one of the oldest musical instruments, dating back to around 1500 BC. It was originally made from materials like conch shells and animal horns before being improved with brass.
Famous Quote
"The trumpet is a symbol of the victory of life over death." Wynton Marsalis
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "trumpet" mean?
a) A type of bird
b) A musical instrument
c) A kind of tree
d) A type of vehicle
Answer: b) A musical instrument
2. Which of these is a synonym of "trumpet"?
a) Flute
b) Drum
c) Horn
d) Guitar
Answer: c) Horn
3. Which sentence uses "trumpet" correctly?
a) The trumpet swam in the ocean.
b) He played a beautiful tune on his trumpet.
c) The trumpet ate breakfast with her family.
d) The trumpet danced at the party.
Answer: b) He played a beautiful tune on his trumpet.
4. Which idiom means to boast about one's achievements?
a) Blow your own trumpet
b) Come to the trumpet
c) As good as gold
d) Break the ice
Answer: a) Blow your own trumpet
5. What is the opposite of "trumpet"?
a) N/A
b) Guitar
c) Piano
d) Violin
Answer: a) N/A
