How Do You Spell CARILLON?

Pronunciation: [kˈaɹɪlən] (IPA)

Carillon is a musical instrument that is made up of large bells. The spelling of this word is derived from its French origins - its first recorded use was in Paris in the 14th century. The word is pronounced /ˈkærəlɑn/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable is pronounced with a short "a" sound, followed by a weak "e" sound in the second syllable. The final syllable features a trilled "r" and a long "a" sound.

CARILLON Meaning and Definition

  1. A carillon is a musical instrument that consists of a set of tuned bells, usually located in a tower or bell tower. It is played by striking the bells with a keyboard-like apparatus called a clavier or baton keyboard. The keys or batons are connected to large wires, which in turn pull the clappers inside the bells to produce the sound. The bells themselves are made of metal and vary in size and pitch, with the largest bells producing the lowest notes.

    Carillons are typically found in churches, cathedrals, clock towers, or university campuses. They are known for their rich and resonant sound, which can be heard over long distances. The practice and art of playing the carillon is called carillon playing or carilloning.

    Originally developed in the 16th century in the Low Countries of Europe, carillons have since spread to various parts of the world. They are renowned for their harmonic and melodic potential, and are often used to perform traditional and classical music compositions. Carillon music can be played manually by a carillonneur or automatically using a mechanical system.

    In addition to their musical function, carillons also serve as a means of communication and civic pride. They often mark significant events or celebrations in a community, and their music can evoke a sense of nostalgia and tradition.

Common Misspellings for CARILLON

Etymology of CARILLON

The word "carillon" has its roots in the Middle Dutch word "karyk" or "klok" (meaning bell) and the Old French word "carillon". The Dutch term "karyk" evolved into "carill" in French, which referred to a set of bells. Eventually, in the 17th century, it became "carillon" in English and has been used ever since to describe a musical instrument consisting of bells.

Similar spelling words for CARILLON

Plural form of CARILLON is CARILLONS

Conjugate verb Carillon

CONDITIONAL

I would carillon
you would carillon
he/she/it would carillon
we would carillon
they would carillon

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be carilloning
you would be carilloning
he/she/it would be carilloning
we would be carilloning
they would be carilloning

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have carillon
you would have carillon
he/she/it would have carillon
we would have carillon
they would have carillon

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been carilloning
you would have been carilloning
he/she/it would have been carilloning
we would have been carilloning
they would have been carilloning

FUTURE

I will carillon
you will carillon
he/she/it will carillon
we will carillon
they will carillon

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be carilloning
you will be carilloning
he/she/it will be carilloning
we will be carilloning
they will be carilloning

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have carilloned
you will have carilloned
he/she/it will have carilloned
we will have carilloned
they will have carilloned

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been carilloning
you will have been carilloning
he/she/it will have been carilloning
we will have been carilloning
they will have been carilloning

IMPERATIVE

you carillon
we let´s carillon

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to carillon

PAST

I carilloned
you carilloned
he/she/it carilloned
we carilloned
they carilloned

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was carilloning
you were carilloning
he/she/it was carilloning
we were carilloning
they were carilloning

PAST PARTICIPLE

carilloned

PAST PERFECT

I had carilloned
you had carilloned
he/she/it had carilloned
we had carilloned
they had carilloned

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been carilloning
you had been carilloning
he/she/it had been carilloning
we had been carilloning
they had been carilloning

PRESENT

I carillon
you carillon
he/she/it carillons
we carillon
they carillon

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am carilloning
you are carilloning
he/she/it is carilloning
we are carilloning
they are carilloning

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

carilloning

PRESENT PERFECT

I have carilloned
you have carilloned
he/she/it has carilloned
we have carilloned
they have carilloned

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been carilloning
you have been carilloning
he/she/it has been carilloning
we have been carilloning
they have been carilloning

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