Synonyms for

Sax

Verb / sæks / Another word for sax — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a musical instrument that is a type of woodwind and has a curved metal tube and a reed mouthpiece

Synonyms & similar words

sax saxophone adolphesax saxophone woodwind horn brass trumpet clarinet flute oboe bassoon piccolo recorder bagpipes accordion harmonica melodica panpipes pipe whistle harmonium organ

Example sentences

  1. The jazz band featured a sax player.
  2. He learned how to play the saxophone in music class.
  3. The sax solo was the highlight of the song.
  4. The musician played a beautiful melody on the woodwind instrument.
  5. She picked up the horn and blew a few notes.

Quotes

  • "I started playing the saxophone. I was fascinated by the jazz players I saw in New York City, and I talked my parents into letting me get lessons."
  • - Billy Joel
  • "I think the saxophone is probably the closest instrument to the human voice."

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