lyre

A stringed musical instrument used in ancient Greece, typically played with a plectrum to accompany singing or recitation.

• 🇩🇪Ein antikes Saiteninstrument, das vor allem in Griechenland gespielt wurde, meist mit einem Plektrum, oft zur Begleitung von Gesang oder Deklamation. Es gilt als Vorläufer und Sinnbild der Kithara und wird häufig mit der Harfe assoziiert.

1. Ancient string instrument B2 formal art

   A U‑shaped harp-like instrument used in ancient Greece, typically strummed to accompany singing or poetry recitation.

   • Orpheus was said to play the lyre so beautifully that it charmed animals.
   • In ancient Athens, students learned to play the lyre as part of their education.
   • The poet Sappho often composed verses to the sound of the lyre.

   🇩🇪Antikes Saiteninstrument

2. Symbol of poetic inspiration B2 formal art

   A metaphor for the source or expression of lyric poetry and creative art.

   • The poet invoked the lyre of Apollo to guide his verses.
   • Her writing seemed to be touched by the ancient lyre of the Muses.
   • The prize was a bronze lyre, representing the highest honor in lyric composition.

   🇩🇪Symbol der dichterischen Inspiration

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