German - English (British) translations for "Orgel"
"Orgel" German translation
Translation
organ
Definition
The German noun 'Orgel' refers to a musical instrument that produces sound by means of pipes and other mechanisms. It is commonly known as an organ in English.
Part of speech
noun
Gender
feminine
Translations
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.Meaning: musical instrument
Die Orgel ist ein beliebtes Instrument in der Kirche.
The organ is a popular instrument in the church.
Meaning: pipe organ
Die große Orgel in der Kathedrale hat viele Pfeifen.
The large pipe organ in the cathedral has many pipes.
Meaning: organ of the body
Die Leber ist ein wichtiges Organ des menschlichen Körpers.
The liver is an important organ of the human body.
Examples
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.A1: Die Orgel spielt schöne Musik.
The organ plays beautiful music.
A1: Ich höre gerne die Orgel in der Kirche.
I like to listen to the organ in the church.
A1: Die Orgel ist ein großes Musikinstrument.
The organ is a large musical instrument.
B1: Der Organist spielte virtuos auf der Orgel.
The organist played virtuously on the organ.
B1: Die Orgel wurde im 18. Jahrhundert gebaut.
The organ was built in the 18th century.
B2: In der Kathedrale erklang das majestätische Spiel der Orgel.
In the cathedral, the majestic sound of the organ resounded.
C1: Die Orgelkonzerte erfreuen sich großer Beliebtheit.
Organ concerts are very popular.
C1: Die Orgel ist ein wesentlicher Bestandteil der Kirchenmusiktradition.
The organ is an essential part of the church music tradition.
C2: Der Organist improvisierte meisterhaft auf der historischen Orgel.
The organist improvised masterfully on the historic organ.
Advanced Description
This is is an experimental feature. Please report any issues.The Orgel is a large and complex instrument that is often found in churches, concert halls, and theaters. It consists of multiple keyboards, called manuals, which the player uses to produce different sounds and tones. The Orgel also has a pedalboard that is played with the feet to control the bass notes.
The pipes of the Orgel are responsible for producing the sound. They come in various shapes and sizes, and each pipe produces a specific pitch when air is passed through it. Some organs have thousands of pipes, while others may have only a few hundred. The pipes are controlled by a series of valves and stops, allowing the player to create a wide range of sounds and effects.
The Orgel has a long history dating back to ancient times, but it reached its peak of development during the Baroque period in Germany. Famous composers such as Johann Sebastian Bach were known for their compositions specifically written for the Orgel. Today, the Orgel continues to be an important instrument in classical music and is admired for its rich and powerful sound.