Celeste Meaning
/səˈlɛst/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounAlternative form of celesta (“musical instrument”).
nounAn organ stop, deliberately slightly out of tune to give an undulating sound.
Sentence Examples
Celeste is making dumplings in the kitchen.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The musician played a soft melody on the ____, filling the concert hall with ethereal tones.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ color of the walls made the room feel very bright and airy.
Word Origin & History
Borrowed from French céleste (“heavenly”), from Latin caelestis.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The musician played a soft melody on the ____, filling the concert hall with ethereal tones.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ color of the walls made the room feel very bright and airy.