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oud
The oud is characterized by its deep, resonant tone and the absence of frets, which allows musicians to play microtones and sliding notes essential to the Maqam system of Middle Eastern music. It evokes a sense of ancient tradition and cultural heritage, often associated with soulful, improvisational performances.
As a countable noun, it follows standard English pluralization rules. While it is a specialized musical term, it is used in both ethnomusicological contexts and general descriptions of world music to distinguish this specific instrument from the European lute.
Meanings
Examples
The musician tuned his oud before the performance began.
I want to learn how to play the oud during my trip to Cairo.
The deep resonance of the oud filled the small courtyard.
Did you know that the oud is a precursor to the modern guitar?
He played a haunting melody on the oud that brought tears to my eyes.
The court musician played the oud for the sultan every evening.
I wonder if I could find a professional oud teacher in this city.
The oud has a fretless fingerboard which allows for microtonal notes.
The oud has a fretless fingerboard which allows for microtonal notes.