orchestra

BrE /ˈɔːr.kɪ.strə/ AmE /ˈɔːr.kɪ.strə/

noun en → es

1 MUSIC GROUP [singular] B2

a group of musicians who play different musical instruments together, especially in a concert hall or opera house

orquesta

  • the orchestra plays music

Collocations orchestra conductor · symphony orchestra

  • The orchestra played a beautiful symphony.

    La orquesta tocó una hermosa sinfonía.

2 SECTION [singular] C1

the part of a theatre, concert hall, etc. where the orchestra sits and plays music during performances

orquesta (sección del teatro)

  • in front of the orchestra

Collocations orchestra pit · orchestra section

  • The seats in front of the orchestra are the best.

    Las butacas frente a la orquesta son las mejores.