do we always have to use definite article ahead of musical instrument?
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do we always have to use definite article ahead of musical instrument?
No. The definite article is used only to refer to a specific instrument, or to that category of instrument in a general sense.
The flute is on the table. (A specific flute)
The flute is a woodwind instrument. (General)
Otherwise, you can use an indefinite article, or no article at all.
There is a flute on the table. (No particular flute, just a flute)
The sound of flutes could be heard. (Some flutes or other)
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Correction: Do we always have to use the definite article in front of (the name of) a musical instrument?Quote:
Originally Posted by yh kwon
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Do I always have to use definite articles before musical instruments? For instance, playing (the) drums?
Thank you,
M.