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strum

Pronunciation: [strʌm]

Word

Learn how to use strum in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “music”

(verb) to play a stringed instrument, like a guitar, by moving your fingers back and forth across the strings. It makes a nice sound and is a common way to create music.

Example

She loves to strum her guitar while sitting on the porch.

Example

He didn't strum any notes during the whole practice session.

Example

Can you strum that song we learned last week?

Context: “music”

(noun) the sound made when you play a stringed instrument by brushing across the strings. It’s often loud and catchy, like the sound of a playful tune.

Example

The strum of the guitar filled the room with energy.

Example

There was no strum from her instrument because the strings were broken.

Example

Did you hear the strum of their new song?

How to pronounce strum

Pronunciation: [strʌm]

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