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The correct spelling is instrumental.
How to pronounce instrumental
/ɪnstɹəˈmɛntəl/
nounIPA: /ɪnstɹəˈmɛntəl/
Say it like: Ins-tru-men-tal
The correct spelling is instrumental. (grammar) The instrumental case. For example: "He was instrumental in conducting the business."
Usage Examples
“He was instrumental in conducting the business.”
“An instrumental part”
“the instrumental case”
Meanings
noun
- 1.(grammar) The instrumental case.
- 2.A composition written or performed without lyrics, sometimes using a lead instrument to replace vocals.
adjective
- 1.Essential or central; of great importance or relevance.
- 2.Pertaining to, made by, or prepared for, an instrument, especially a musical instrument (rather than the human voice).
- 3.(grammar) Applied to a case expressing means or agency, generally indicated in English by by or with with the objective.
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