Buzukis

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A traditional plucked string instrument from the Middle East, characterized by a long neck and a distinctive sound often used in folk music
2. A musical device resembling a lute, typically featuring a round body and played with a plectrum, popular in various regional musical styles
3. An acoustic instrument known for its unique timbre, often employed in ensembles and solo performances, bridging cultural musical traditions

Etymology: "Buzukis" is simply the plural of "buzuki," the instrument, so its story is the story of the instrument itself. The singular form takes its name from Greek, where the instrument is known as "bouzouki," a term that the English-speaking world adopted for the long-necked, round-bodied plucked lute associated with Greek music. Plurals in English are formed by adding an "s," which is why the form ends as it does when several instruments are meant.