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carillons

/ˈkærələnz/ /ˈkɛrələnz/

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noun

Glockenspiel

A set of bells, often in a bell tower, sometimes operated by means of a keyboard (manual or pedal), originating from the Low Countries.

Examples :

"Every afternoon, the beautiful sound of the carillons from the church tower filled the town square, calling people to prayer. "

Jeden Nachmittag erfüllte der wunderschöne Klang des Glockenspiels vom Kirchturm den Marktplatz und rief die Menschen zum Gebet.

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noun

Glockenspiel, Geläut

A tune adapted to be played by musical bells.

Examples :

"The carillons from the church bells played a cheerful melody throughout the town square every Sunday morning. "

Das Glockenspiel der Kirchenglocken spielte jeden Sonntagmorgen eine fröhliche Melodie über den Marktplatz.

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