orquesta

orchestra

noun ohr-KEHS-tah Less Common

Origin: From Greek orkhēstra (the semicircular space in front of the stage).

Usage Note

Orquesta can denote a classical symphony orchestra (orquesta sinfónica), a jazz big band, or a dance band. In a theatre, la orquesta also refers to the orchestra pit. The conductor is el/la director/a de orquesta or colloquially el maestro.

Examples

"La orquesta interpretó la sinfonía con gran precisión."

Natural Translation

The orchestra performed the symphony with great precision.

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