What is another word for Cithara?
Pronunciation: [sɪθˈɑːɹə] (IPA) 
Cithara is an ancient stringed instrument which dates back to the Greeks. It was played with a plectrum along with a singing voice simultaneously to create a musical experience. There are several other words for cithara which were used throughout history. These include lyre, kithara, lute, harp, and guitar. In ancient times, the word lyre was commonly used as a synonym for cithara, while kithara was used by poets and musicians. During the middle ages, lute was used as the term for this instrument, while in harp and guitar is commonly used in modern times. Regardless of its name, cithara has been an important instrument throughout history and continues to be played in various forms today.
