biwa

Noun

Meaning

biwa (plural biwas or biwa)

A plucked lute, originating in the classical and traditional music of Japan, characterized by a pear-shaped body and four or five high frets, giving the instrument a distinctively twangy tone.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Synonyms

lotte mediterranean pipa medlar leatherback Japanese plum shamisen balalaika

Phrases with the word

biwa tree biwa-playing

Anagrams

wabi

Examples

After five or six years, she left court and retired with Shōshi to the Lake Biwa region. Source: Internet

Lake Biwa Canal was a significant infrastructural development. Source: Internet

Since the time of peak production in 1971, when Biwa pearl farmers produced six tons of cultured pearls, pollution has caused the virtual extinction of the industry. Source: Internet

The construction of Lake Biwa Canal in 1890 is one measure taken to revive the city. Source: Internet

The extensive and successful use of the Biwa Pearl Mussel is reflected in the name Biwa pearls, a phrase which was at one time nearly synonymous with freshwater pearls in general. Source: Internet

Competing in cold and wet conditions at Lake Biwa, in a lonely battle which was restricted to elite athletes and attracted minimal spectators due to coronavirus fears, Mokoka crossed the line 36 seconds behind Kenyan winner Evans Chebet. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

bivvy bivy bivy tent biwa tree Biwa trout biwa-playing