What is strum? How to use in English

Definition & pronunciation of strum

strumverb
Strum
/strʌm//strʌm/

Where does the word strum come from?

The word "strum" derives from the Old Norse word "strima" which originally referred to the action of striking a stringed instrument with a flat object, such as a sword or a stick. However, during the Middle Ages, the word evolved to describe the specific technique of plucking and striking strings simultaneously in a rhythmic pattern on a musical instrument, particularly the lute. The Old Norse root word, "strim," also gave rise to the modern English words "stream" and "strip." In the context of music, "strum" has become a widely used term to describe the technique of striking strings with the flat finger picks or a ukulele pick, rather than plucking them individually. It is commonly associated with rhythm and melody creation on string instruments such as guitars, ukuleles, and banjos.

Vocabulary summary strum

type noun

meaning strumming (of a guitar...)

type verb

meaning scratch, pluck (guitar...)

Example of vocabulary strumnamespace

.As the lead guitarist took the stage, he strummed his acoustic guitar to set the mood for the folksy atmosphere of the concert.
The country singer strummed his guitar to the beat of the percussion section, creating a perfect harmony between the two instruments.
The lead singer encouraged the audience to join her in strumming their guitars and singing along with the lyrics of the next song.
The young guitarist strummed his electric guitar with such skill and passion that the entire audience was captivated by the sound.
The string quartet strummed their instruments in unison, creating a beautiful texture that filled the concert hall with its sound.