lute

[/luːt/]
nounpl: lutes
alaúde
1. A stringed musical instrument with a pear-shaped body and a long neck with frets, played by plucking the strings
The musician played a beautiful melody on the lute during the Renaissance fair.
O músico tocou uma linda melodia no alaúde durante a feira renascentista.
2. A substance used for sealing joints or cracks, typically made of clay or cement
The plumber used lute to seal the pipes and prevent leaks.
O encanador usou massa de vedação para selar os canos e evitar vazamentos.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'lute' as a musical instrument is primarily associated with Renaissance and medieval music, often seen in historical reenactments and classical music performances. The sealant meaning is more technical and used in construction and plumbing industries. The instrument has gained renewed interest through fantasy media and historical music revival movements.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
mandolinoudpipasealant

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
alaúde
Most common term for the musical instrument
Rio de Janeiro
alaúde
Standard usage
São Paulo
alaúde
Standard usage, sometimes massa de vedação for the sealant meaning
Portugal
alaúde
Same term used; musical instrument is primarily historical/classical context

Related Words

luthierstringsfretsplectrummusicinstrument

Related Idioms & Phrases

face lute with (construction context) - enfrentar com vedação
play the lute - tocar o alaúde
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