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shamisen

Noun

Definitions

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2. samisen
3. Shamisen

A traditional Japanese three-stringed instrument played with a plectrum. It is an important part of classical Japanese music and is associated with traditional performing arts such as kabuki and folk songs.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

My grandmother has an old shamisen displayed with great care in her home.

Sentence 2

"Are you actually going to practice shamisen right now?" I check myself.

Sentence 3

The official website announced the postponement of the shamisen workshop.

Sentence 4

A live shamisen performance started in the inn's lobby.

Sentence 5

Before my trip, I asked, "Is a shamisen hard to carry around?"