Synonyms for

Wagner

Verb / ˈwægnɜ: / / ˈvɑ:gnɜ: / Another word for wagner — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Wagner is a German surname, which means 'wagon maker'. It is also the surname of a famous German composer, Richard Wagner.

Synonyms & similar words

wilhelmrichardwagner richardwagner wagner ottowagner composer musician songwriter artist author creator producer writer maestro virtuoso singer performer arranger conductor orchestrator pianist guitarist violinist cellist trumpeter

Common collocations

  • Richard Wagner
  • Wagner opera
  • Wagnerian opera
  • Wagnerian drama
  • Wagner's Ring cycle
  • Wagner's Tristan und Isolde
  • Wagner's Parsifal

Word family

noun Wagner
adjective Wagnerian

Usage note

Wagner is a proper noun, referring to the German composer Richard Wagner. It is often used adjectivally in the form 'Wagnerian' to describe his style or works.

Example sentences

  1. Richard Wagner was a famous composer of operas.
  2. Many musicians are inspired by Wagner's music.
  3. The opera house will be showing a performance of Wagner's 'Ring Cycle'.
  4. I love listening to Wagner's music while I work.
  5. Wagner's compositions are very complex and beautiful.

Quotes

  • 'Music is the language of the spirit. It opens the secret of life bringing peace, abolishing strife.' - Richard Wagner
  • 'I write music with an exclamation point!' - Richard Wagner
  • 'Imagination creates reality.' - Richard Wagner

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