orkestra
orkéstra with stress marks
orchestra
Usage Note
Orkestra is from Spanish 'orquesta' and refers to a large ensemble of musicians, typically in a classical or formal musical context. Filipino orchestras often perform at cultural centers and are associated with formal events and national celebrations.
Examples
" Maganda ang tugtog ng orkestra. "
Natural Translation
The orchestra's music is beautiful.
Literal Translation
Beautiful the playing of orchestra.
" Tumugtog ang orkestra sa isang malaking entablado. "
Natural Translation
The orchestra played on a big stage.
Literal Translation
Played the orchestra on one big stage.
" Habang tumutugtog ang orkestra, tahimik na nakinig ang buong madla sa malaking teatro. "
Natural Translation
While the orchestra was playing, the entire audience listened quietly in the large theater.
Literal Translation
While playing the orchestra, quiet listened the whole audience in large theater.
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