Which term refers to the wooden thing on the violin?

• A. Cadence
• B. Cantabile
• C. Chorale
• D. Bridge

Answer: (D)

The wooden piece on the violin is the bridge. It sits on the top plate between the f-holes, carved from wood, with feet resting on the body and strings passing over its curved saddle. The bridge holds the strings at the correct height and spacing, and crucially transfers their vibrations into the instrument’s wood, helping to shape tone and volume. The other terms describe musical ideas rather than a physical part: cadence refers to the end of a musical phrase, cantabile means to play in a singing, lyrical style, and chorale denotes a hymn-like tune or style—none of which are a specific component of the violin itself.