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“piano” in German

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Pronunciation

IPA/klaˈviːɐ̯/

Example

Die Klaviere in diesem Saal sind neu.

The pianos in this hall are new.

Illustration for Klavier (piano)

How to say “piano” in German

“Piano” in German is Klavier.

A pianist presses a keyboard whose small hammers make strings vibrate and produce both melody and harmony.

Full entry for Klavier: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Klavier

Sie übt jeden Tag, Klavier zu spielen.

She practices playing the piano every day.

Tips for using Klavier

  • With spielen, the instrument often appears without an article: Ich spiele Klavier; am Klavier means 'at the piano'.

Other German words for “piano”

In unserem Haus gibt es zwei Pianos.

There are two pianos in our house.

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