How to Say "to strum" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “to strum” is “rasgar” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
verbB2
guitar strings
Examples
El músico empezó a rasgar las cuerdas de su guitarra.
The musician began to strum the strings of his guitar.
Me encanta cómo rasgas el violín.
I love how you pluck the violin.
Poetic Use
Using 'rasgar' for music is often more poetic or dramatic than using 'tocar' (to play). It emphasizes the physical action across the strings.
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