唢 (suǒ) - Suona — a Chinese double-reed woodwind instrument & refers specifically to the suona horn used in

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Suona — a Chinese double-reed woodwind instrument;

refers specifically to the suona horn used in traditional Chinese music and ceremonies.

Suona — a Chinese double-reed woodwind instrumentrefers specifically to the suona horn used in

Usage highlights

SuonaPlay suonaSuona musicSuona soundSuona performerSuona melody

Synonyms

  • 喇叭— Horn (general term, often used interchangeably with suona in some contexts)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The suona (唢呐) is a loud, high-pitched instrument.
  • He plays the suona (吹唢呐) in a traditional band.
  • Suona music (唢呐音乐) is often heard at weddings and funerals.
  • The sound of the suona (唢呐声) carries over long distances.

Collocations

  • Suona(唢呐)
  • Play suona(吹唢呐)
  • Suona music(唢呐音乐)
  • Suona sound(唢呐声)
  • Suona performer(唢呐手)
  • Suona melody(唢呐曲)

Idioms

  • Hundred birds paying homage to the phoenix (百鸟朝凤) — famous suona piece
  • Suona sounds shaking the sky(唢呐震天)
  • Suona and gongs and drums(唢呐锣鼓)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • The suona has a history of over 2000 years in China, originally introduced from Central Asia.
  • It is prominently used in both celebratory events (weddings) and solemn occasions (funerals) in northern Chinese traditions.
  • The instrument is known for its penetrating, vibrant sound that can express a wide range of emotions.

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