Vocabulary

  • go on: To continue doing something
  • of course: Sure ; Certainly
  • on to: Toward something; forward
  • at the outset: At the very beginning; from the start.
  • think about: To consider something carefully.
  • such as: For example; like
  • move to: To change the place where you live or work.
  • with it: Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
  • the following: Next in order or sequence.
  • play out: To use up or exhaust
  • up there: In or to a higher place or position; far away.
  • talking about: To discuss a particular topic.
  • got to: To arrive at some place
  • for example: As an illustration or instance.
  • instead of: When one thing is replaced by another
  • going on: To continue doing something
  • in terms of
  • go ahead: To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
  • come back: To reply to someone, often forcefully
  • come up with: To think of an idea or solution; produce
  • to some extent: Partially; not completely.
  • pass through: To experience something, often unpleasant or difficult.
  • back down: To admit you were wrong; stop claiming
  • right next to: Immediately adjacent to; in very close proximity to.
  • next to: Being located along side another
  • pull down: To destroy an old building; demolish
  • third one: The item that is in the third position in a sequence.
  • to do with: To be about something; concern
  • have to: Must do
  • set to: To energetically begin to do, e.g. making a fire
  • get with it: To understand and become involved in what is happening.
  • think of: To look on as (being something specific); consider
  • by means of: Using; with the help of.
  • punch in: To record the time of arrival at work on a time clock.
  • as opposed to: In contrast to; rather than.
  • give and take
  • in other words: Stating something in a different way, often to make it clearer or more understandable.
  • for the most part: Generally; mostly; on the whole.
  • back into: To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
  • of all time: The best or most significant in history.
  • work in: To make an opening for something in your schedule
  • in turn: One after the other in a sequence or rotation.
  • come on over: An invitation to visit someone's home or location.
  • on a string: To be under someone's control or influence.
  • on the horn: Talking on the telephone.
  • end up with: To have something as a result.
  • with flying colors: With great success or distinction.
  • blow through: To spend money quickly and carelessly.
  • used to: Did regularly before, but don't do now
  • often used to: Frequently employed or utilized for a specific purpose or action.
  • bow down: To submit to someone or something; to show respect or obedience.
  • out there: In or to a place that is far away
  • on display: In a place where something can be seen by the public.
  • in with: Fashionable or popular at the moment.
  • from beginning to end: Throughout the entire time or process; completely.
  • passed by: Went past someone or something.
  • with regard to: Concerning; in relation to.
  • one up: In a better or more advantageous position.
  • as one: Acting or moving together at the same time.
  • come together: To assemble or unite; to start working together.
  • right in front: Directly ahead; in a position immediately before someone or something.
  • playing away: Participating in a sports match at the opponent's venue.
  • off of: From a position on something; down from.
  • in any event: Regardless of what happens; whatever may be the case.
  • cut to the chase: To get directly to the point without unnecessary details.
  • close by: Near in distance; nearby.
  • based on: To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
  • got the idea: Understood something.
  • to death: Extremely; to a great degree
  • come up: To come closer to someone; approach
  • bit: Device put in a horse's mouth to control it
  • sound: Sensible, dependable and reliable
  • string: To tie or connect things together with a thread
  • instrument: Gauge for measuring something, e.g. temperature
  • begin: To do the first part of an action; to start
  • movement: Part of a piece of classical music
  • theme: An main or dominant idea, motif
  • genre: Category of art, music with its own qualities
  • play: To act as a character in a movie, or on stage
  • music: Sounds that are sung or played to give pleasure
  • student: Person studying at school
  • symphony: Harmony of color or sound
  • musical: Having a pleasant sound like music
  • motive: A reason for doing something
  • violin: Wooden instrument with strings, played with a bow
Placeholder Image

    Preparing usage notes, please check back later

  • not found vocabularyNo vocabulary matches your filters
    • as one

      US

      UK

      • Adverb
      • Acting or moving together at the same time.
      • In complete agreement or unity.
      • Phrase
      • With a single voice or opinion; unanimously.
      • In perfect harmony or unison.
      A1
      More
    • as opposed to

      US

      UK

      • Preposition
      • In contrast to; rather than.
      • Instead of; in place of.
      A1
      More
    • at the outset

      US /æt ði ˈaʊtˌsɛt/

      UK /æt ðə ˈautset/

      • Phrase
      • At the very beginning; from the start.
      A1
      More
    • back down

      US /bæk daʊn/

      UK /bæk daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To admit you were wrong; stop claiming
      A1
      More
    • back into

      US /bæk ˈɪntu/

      UK /bæk ˈɪntuː/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To drive a vehicle backwards into a space or area.
      • To accidentally collide with something while moving backwards.
      A1
      More
    • based on

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To use something as the foundation or starting point for something else.
      • Preposition
      • Using something as the main idea or foundation.
      • Relying on something as evidence or justification.
      A1
      More
    • blow through

      US /blo θru/

      UK /bləʊ θru:/

      • other
      • To spend money quickly and carelessly.
      • To move quickly and forcefully through an area.
      B2
      More
    • bow down

      US /bo daʊn/

      UK /bəu daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To submit to someone or something; to show respect or obedience.
      A2
      More
    • by means of

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Using; with the help of.
      A1
      More
    • close by

      US /kloz baɪ/

      UK /kləuz bai/

      • Adverb
      • Near in distance; nearby.
      • Phrase
      • In a position or location that is near.
      A2
      More
    • come back

      US /kʌm bæk/

      UK /kʌm bæk/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To reply to someone, often forcefully
      • To be remembered
      A1
      More
    • come on over

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • An invitation to visit someone's home or location.
      A1
      More
    • come together

      US /kʌm təˈɡɛðɚ/

      UK /kʌm təˈɡeðə/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To assemble or unite; to start working together.
      • To form a close relationship or bond.
      A1
      More
    • come up

      US /kʌm ʌp/

      UK /kʌm ʌp/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To come closer to someone; approach
      • (Of sun) to rise into the sky in the morning
      A1
      More
    • come up with

      US /kʌm ʌp wɪð/

      UK /kʌm ʌp wið/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To think of an idea or solution; produce
      A1
      More
    • cut to the chase

      US /kʌt tə ðə ʧeɪs/

      UK /kʌt tə ðə ʧeɪs/

      • other
      • To get directly to the point without unnecessary details.
      B2
      More
    • end up with

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To have something as a result.
      A1
      More
    • for example

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • As an illustration or instance.
      More
    • for the most part

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Generally; mostly; on the whole.
      • Mostly; generally; in most cases.
      A1
      More
    • from beginning to end

      US /frʌm bɪˈgɪnɪŋ tə ɛnd/

      UK /frɒm bɪˈgɪnɪŋ tə end/

      • other
      • Throughout the entire time or process; completely.
      B1
      More
    • genre

      US /ˈʒɑnrə/

      UK /'ʒɒ̃rə/

      • Noun
      • Category of art, music with its own qualities
      B2
      More
    • get with it

      US /ɡɛt wɪð ɪt/

      UK /ɡet wið it/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To understand and become involved in what is happening.
      • To hurry up; to start doing something more quickly or efficiently.
      A1
      More
    • give and take

      US /ɡɪv ənd tek/

      UK /ɡiv ænd teik/

      • Phrase
      A1
      More
    • go ahead

      US /ɡo əˈhɛd/

      UK /ɡəu əˈhed/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To start an activity; start doing, working etc.
      • To give permission to do something
      • Intransitive Verb
      • To start or proceed with something
      • To proceed despite potential obstacles or doubts.
      A1
      More
    • go on

      US /ɡo ɑn/

      UK /ɡəu ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To continue doing something
      • To happen (usually negative)
      • Interjection
      • Used to encourage someone
      A1
      More
    • going on

      US /ˈɡoɪŋ ɑn/

      UK /ˈgəʊɪŋ ɔn/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To continue doing something
      • To happen (usually negative)
      A1
      More
    • got the idea

      US

      UK

      • Intransitive Verb
      • Understood something.
      A1
      More
    • got to

      US /ɡɑt tu/

      UK /gɔt tu:/

      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To arrive at some place
      • To have the opportunity or permission to do something
      • Phrasal Verb
      • To appeal to the emotions of; move
      • To finally begin to start something after a delay
      A1
      More
    • have to

      US /hæv tu/

      UK /ˈhæv tə/

      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Must do
      A1
      More
    • in any event

      US /ɪn ˈɛni ɪˈvɛnt/

      UK /in ˈeni iˈvent/

      • Phrase
      • Regardless of what happens; whatever may be the case.
      More
    • in other words

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Stating something in a different way, often to make it clearer or more understandable.
      More
    • in terms of

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • With regard to; concerning a particular aspect.
      A1
      More
    • in turn

      US

      UK

      • Adverb
      • One after the other in a sequence or rotation.
      A1
      More
    • in with

      US /ɪn wɪð/

      UK /in wið/

      • Phrase
      • Fashionable or popular at the moment.
      • Having influence or favor with someone.
      • Phrasal Verb
      • To introduce or bring something new into a system or organization.
      A1
      More
    • instead of

      US /ɪnˈstɛd ʌv/

      UK /inˈsted ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • When one thing is replaced by another
      • Adverb
      • As a substitute or alternative.
      A1
      More
    • instrument

      US /ˈɪnstrəmənt/

      UK /'ɪnstrəmənt/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Gauge for measuring something, e.g. temperature
      • Legal document
      A2TOEIC
      More
    • motive

      US /ˈmoʊtɪv/

      UK /ˈməʊtɪv/

      • Noun
      • A reason for doing something
      A2TOEIC
      More
    • move to

      US /muv tu/

      UK /mu:v tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To change the place where you live or work.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To proceed to the next stage or action.
      A2
      More
    • movement

      US /ˈmuvmənt/

      UK /ˈmu:vmənt/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • Part of a piece of classical music
      • Group with a shared interest or goal
      A2
      More
    • musical

      US /ˈmju:zɪkl/

      UK /ˈmju:zɪkl/

      • Adjective
      • Having a pleasant sound like music
      • Having skill or being gifted in music
      • Noun
      • Play or movie set to music
      A2
      More
    • next to

      US /nɛkst tu/

      UK /nekst tu:/

      • Preposition
      • Being located along side another
      • In comparison with
      • Adverb
      • Almost; nearly
      A1
      More
    • of all time

      US /ʌv ɔl taɪm/

      UK /ɔv ɔ:l taim/

      • Adjective
      • The best or most significant in history.
      • Phrase
      • Ever; in all of history.
      A1
      More
    • of course

      US /ʌv kɔː(r)s/

      UK /ɔv kɔː(r)s/

      • Adverb
      • Sure ; Certainly
      • Phrase
      • For sure; certainly
      A2
      More
    • off of

      US /ɔf ʌv/

      UK /ɔf ɔv/

      • Preposition
      • From a position on something; down from.
      A1
      More
    • often used to

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Frequently employed or utilized for a specific purpose or action.
      • Commonly applied or implemented in a particular situation or context.
      A1
      More
    • on a string

      US /ɑn ə ˈstrɪŋ/

      UK /ɒn ə ˈstriŋ/

      • other
      • To be under someone's control or influence.
      B2
      More
    • on display

      US /ɑn dɪˈsple/

      UK /ɔn disˈplei/

      • Adjective
      • In a place where something can be seen by the public.
      • Adverb
      • Available for viewing.
      A1
      More
    • on the horn

      US /ɑn ðə ˈhɔrn/

      UK /ɒn ðə ˈhɔ:n/

      • other
      • Talking on the telephone.
      B2
      More
    • on to

      US /ɑn tu/

      UK /ɔn tu:/

      • Preposition
      • Toward something; forward
      • Aware of someone's activities.
      • Adjective
      • Aware of someone's deception or illegal activities.
      A1
      More
    • one up

      US /wʌn ʌp/

      UK /wʌn ʌp/

      • Adjective
      • In a better or more advantageous position.
      • Countable Noun
      • An extra life or chance in a video game.
      A1
      More
    • out there

      US /aʊt ðɛr/

      UK /aut ðɛə/

      • Adverb
      • In or to a place that is far away
      • Existing in the universe
      • Adjective
      • Unconventional; strange; avant-garde
      • Existing or available.
      A1
      More
    • pass through

      US /pæs θru/

      UK /pɑ:s θru:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To experience something, often unpleasant or difficult.
      • To go through something; to move from one side to the other of something.
      A2
      More
    • passed by

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • Went past someone or something.
      • Elasped; time went by.
      C2
      More
    • play out

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To use up or exhaust
      • To develop or happen in a particular way.
      A1
      More
    • playing away

      US

      UK

      • Intransitive Verb
      • Participating in a sports match at the opponent's venue.
      • Engaging in sexual activity with someone other than one's regular partner; being unfaithful.
      More
    • pull down

      US /pʊl daʊn/

      UK /pul daun/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To destroy an old building; demolish
      • To depress someone by saying bad things
      A1
      More
    • punch in

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To record the time of arrival at work on a time clock.
      B2
      More
    • right in front

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • Directly ahead; in a position immediately before someone or something.
      • In a position where something is easily visible or obvious.
      A2
      More
    • right next to

      US

      UK

      • Preposition
      • Immediately adjacent to; in very close proximity to.
      • Figuratively very close to; on the verge of.
      A1
      More
    • set to

      US /sɛt tu/

      UK /set tu:/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To energetically begin to do, e.g. making a fire
      A1
      More
    • string

      US /strɪŋ/

      UK /strɪŋ/

      • Transitive Verb
      • To tie or connect things together with a thread
      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • A line of connected objects
      • Thick thread; thin rope
      A2
      More
    • such as

      US /sʌtʃ æz/

      UK /sʌtʃ æz/

      • Preposition
      • For example; like
      A1
      More
    • symphony

      US /ˈsɪmfəni/

      UK /ˈsɪmfəni/

      • Noun
      • Harmony of color or sound
      • Long piece of classical music for an orchestra
      B1
      More
    • talking about

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To discuss a particular topic.
      • To be constantly mentioning or bringing up a subject.
      A1
      More
    • the following

      US

      UK

      • Adjective
      • Next in order or sequence.
      • Uncountable Noun
      • What is about to be said or written.
      B1
      More
    • theme

      US /θim/

      UK /θi:m/

      • Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
      • An main or dominant idea, motif
      • Main idea of a work of art, writing, or music
      A2
      More
    • think about

      US /θɪŋk əˈbaʊt/

      UK /θiŋk əˈbaut/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To consider something carefully.
      • To remember or call to mind.
      A1
      More
    • think of

      US /θɪŋk ʌv/

      UK /θiŋk ɔv/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To look on as (being something specific); consider
      • To consider or remember something.
      • Verb (Transitive/Intransitive)
      • To imagine or call something to mind
      A1
      More
    • third one

      US

      UK

      • Pronoun
      • The item that is in the third position in a sequence.
      • Noun
      • The third option or choice from a set of possibilities.
      A1
      More
    • to death

      US /tu dɛθ/

      UK /tu: deθ/

      • Phrase
      • Extremely; to a great degree
      • Until death
      B1
      More
    • to do with

      US

      UK

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To be about something; concern
      A1
      More
    • to some extent

      US /tu sʌm ɪkˈstɛnt/

      UK /tu: sʌm iksˈtent/

      • Phrase
      • Partially; not completely.
      A1
      More
    • up there

      US /ʌp ðɛr/

      UK /ʌp ðɛə/

      • Adverb
      • In or to a higher place or position; far away.
      • In heaven.
      A1
      More
    • used to

      US /juzd tu/

      UK /ˈju:st tə/

      • Adjective
      • Did regularly before, but don't do now
      • Auxiliary Verb
      • Have done before, but do not do now
      A1
      More
    • violin

      US /ˌvaɪəˈlɪn/

      UK /ˌvaɪəˈlɪn/

      • Noun
      • Wooden instrument with strings, played with a bow
      B1
      More
    • with flying colors

      US

      UK

      • Phrase
      • With great success or distinction.
      • Idiom
      • With great success; triumphantly.
      A1
      More
    • with it

      US /wɪð ɪt/

      UK /wið it/

      • Adjective
      • Intelligent, alert, and up-to-date.
      • Understanding and knowledgeable about current trends or information.
      A1
      More
    • with regard to

      US /wɪð rɪˈɡɑrd tu/

      UK /wið riˈɡɑ:d tu:/

      • Phrase
      • Concerning; in relation to.
      A1
      More
    • work in

      US /wɚk ɪn/

      UK /wə:k in/

      • Phrasal Verb
      • To make an opening for something in your schedule
      • To fit person/thing into a schedule or sequence
      A1
      More
    Video not in English?
    Video not in English?

    Get the full experience in the app

    Learn anywhere with detailed sentence and usage analysis

    preview
    01:03

    She took a brave step forward, leaving behind her comfort zone to chase her dreams.

    Vocabulary
    • brave

      adj. Having courage

    • comfort zone

      phr. A familiar situation where one feels safe

    Explanation
    a brave step is a noun phrase, where brave is an adjective modifying the noun step, meaning "a courageous step". forward is an adverb modifying step, meaning "ahead". The whole phrase serves as the object, answering the "what" of took (verb) — she took a brave step forward.

    Get the full experience in the app

    Look up words anytime with pronunciation, part of speech, and usage

    preview

    brave

    US/brev/
    UK/breɪv/
    adj.Brave
    v.t.To bravely face
    A2 Elementary

    Get the full experience in the app

    Practice speaking anytime and get instant pronunciation feedback

    preview

    Try this speaking exercise.

    Try practicing with this sentence.

    80
    B1US
    #beethoven#motive#movement#prof#piano#eva

    Lecture 2. Introduction to Instruments and Musical Genres

    0
    kin posted on 2014/09/02
    Ever wondered about the magic behind Beethoven's Fifth or Tchaikovsky's Concerto? This lecture dives deep into musical instruments and genres, explaining concepts like motive versus theme and the emotional journey music takes you on. You'll pick up advanced vocabulary and gain cultural depth, making it perfect for music lovers and students alike!

    Learn this video on the APP!

    The VoiceTube App has more in-depth practice for videos!

    Recommended Videos

    Auto Next Video

    Footer

    Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play

    About

    • About Us
    • Our Learning Services
    • Join Us
    • FAQ
    • Hot Tags

    Services

    • Pronunciation Challenge
    • Saved
    • Search Vocabulary
    • Blog

    Channels

    Levels

    • A1
    • A2
    • B1
    • B2
    • C1
    • C2

    Privacy˙Terms˙
    ©2026 VoiceTube Corporation. All rights reserved