Plektrum
The English phrase "guitar pick" is Plektrum in German.
A Plektrum refers to the small, flat piece of plastic or other material used to pluck the strings of a guitar.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of Plektrum is Plektren.
Did you know?
- The Greek root of Plektrum refers to the act of 'plucking', which is why it is also used in biological terms to describe certain types of specialized structures.
- German music stores often sell Plektren by their thickness in millimeters, whereas English speakers frequently use categories like 'light' or 'heavy'.
- Despite the specific word Plektrum, some German speakers simply use the English word 'pick' in modern music stores and among younger players.
Examples in context
- Kannst du mir dein Gitarrenplektrum leihen?Can you lend me your guitar pick?
- Ich habe mein Plektrum verloren.I lost my guitar pick.
- Dieses Plektrum ist sehr dünn.This guitar pick is very thin.
- Brauchst du ein neues Plektrum?Do you need a new guitar pick?
Example conversation
Lukas and Hannah are in a music shop.
- LukasHast du ein passendes Plektrum für mich?Do you have a suitable guitar pick for me?
- HannahJa, schau dir dieses hier an.Yes, look at this one here.
- LukasDas Plektrum fühlt sich gut an.The guitar pick feels good.
- HannahDann nimm es doch einfach.Then just take it.
