Translation guide
A surnay is a traditional double-reed woodwind instrument from Central and South Asia. In Japanese, it is referred to by its borrowed name.
Referring to the surnay instrument itself
The standard Japanese loanword for 'surnay', borrowed from Persian via English or other languages. Used in musical contexts.
He is a master of the surnay.
An alternative transcription, closer to the Persian 'surnā'. Less common but understood.
The tone of the surnay is very unique.