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instrumental

The correct spelling is instrumental.

How to pronounce instrumental

/ɪnstɹəˈmɛntəl/
noun

IPA: /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. 1.(grammar) The instrumental case.
  2. 2.A composition written or performed without lyrics, sometimes using a lead instrument to replace vocals.

adjective

  1. 1.Essential or central; of great importance or relevance.
  2. 2.Pertaining to, made by, or prepared for, an instrument, especially a musical instrument (rather than the human voice).
  3. 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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