Basic Details
Word: Tuba
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A large brass musical instrument that produces deep, low sounds.
Synonyms: Bass instrument, Brass instrument
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Blow your own tuba: To boast about your own achievements. Example: "He likes to blow his own tuba when he talks about winning the competition."
- Full of hot air: Used to describe someone who talks a lot without saying anything important, similar to the air in a tuba. Example: "Her speech was full of hot air and did not give us any useful information."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The tuba player showcased his talent at the school concert, delighting the audience with rich, deep notes.
Example 2: In the orchestra, the tuba adds a powerful bass that supports the other instruments beautifully.
Example 3: Learning to play the tuba can be challenging, but it is very rewarding to be part of a marching band.
Fun Fact
The tuba was invented in the early 1830s and was designed to provide a bass voice to brass bands and orchestras. It has since become an essential instrument in many music genres.
Famous Quote
"The tuba is a wonderful instrument. Its a good instrument to play if you have a good sense of rhythm." Christian Lindberg
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "tuba" mean?
a) A string instrument
b) A large brass musical instrument
c) A woodwind instrument
d) A percussion instrument
Answer: b) A large brass musical instrument
2. Which of these is a synonym of "tuba"?
a) Drums
b) Flute
c) Bass instrument
d) Cello
Answer: c) Bass instrument
3. Which sentence uses "tuba" correctly?
a) The tuba sang beautifully in the choir.
b) The tuba produces high-pitched sounds.
c) The tuba player was the star of the band.
d) The tuba flew across the sky.
Answer: c) The tuba player was the star of the band.
4. Which idiom means to boast about your achievements?
a) Full of hot air
b) Blow your own tuba
c) Beat around the bush
d) Jump on the bandwagon
Answer: b) Blow your own tuba
5. What is the opposite of "tuba"?
a) N/A
b) Violin
c) Cello
d) Guitar
Answer: a) N/A
