Illustrated Guzheng scene — AI-generated artwork behind this musical instrument's word search puzzle
Play a Guzheng word search free online. We built the 12-word list around its parts, its materials, and how it is played, then scattered it across a 15×15 grid — horizontal, vertical and diagonal. Find them all to clear the board.
Words to find: GUZHENG, BODY, FRAME, SOUNDBOARD, BRIDGE, TAIL, TUNINGPEG, STRINGS, LACQUER, PAULOWNIA, CATALPA, BAMBOO.
Words run in any of eight directions, backwards included — if one refuses to turn up, try reading the grid right to left.
Guzheng word list, defined
BODY/ˈbɒdi/ · noun, verb
The main part of something, or a person's physical structure. To give a detailed account of something. Related: corpse, figure, physique, shape.
FRAME/fræm/ · noun, verb
A frame is a structure of wood, metal, or plastic that holds something together, such as a picture frame or a bicycle frame. To frame something means to surround or enclose it in a frame. Related: border, enclosure, outline, picture frame.
SOUNDBOARD/ˈsaʊndbɔːd/ · noun
A panel or device containing a set of buttons or keys that trigger pre-recorded sounds, often used in audio production or as a novelty item. A soundboard can also refer to a physical or digital interface for controlling audio equipment. Related: audio panel, sound effects board, voice changer, voice modifier.
BRIDGE/brɪdʒ/ · noun, verb
A structure built over a river or other obstacle, allowing people or vehicles to cross. To connect or join two things, especially by a bridge. Related: span, link, connect, span.
TAIL/tɛɪl/ · noun, verb
The back part of an animal's body, typically extending from the hips to the end of the spine. To follow or come after something. Related: rear, hindquarters, aft, end.
STRINGS/strɪŋz/ · noun, verb
A number of words or symbols written or printed in a line, especially when forming a sentence or phrase. To stretch or extend something, typically by pulling on it. Related: lines, words, phrases, sentences.
LACQUER/lækər/ · noun
A clear, transparent, or glossy coating, especially one made from a mixture of resin and solvents, applied to a surface to protect or decorate it. A type of varnish. Related: varnish, shellac, enamel, lacquerware.
CATALPA/kætˈælpə/ · noun
Catalpa is a type of deciduous tree or shrub native to North America and Asia, often cultivated for its showy flowers and long, bean-like seed pods. Related: catalpa tree, bean tree, cigar tree.
BAMBOO/ˈbeɪmoʊ/ · noun
A tall perennial grass native to Asia, with hollow, jointed stems and a woody base, used for food, shelter, and other purposes. Related: reed, grass, cane, sorghum.