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bongo

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Noun — One of a pair of small hand drums, played by beating with the fingers and palms.

Etymology

Borrowed from Spanish bongo, referring to the Afro-Cuban hand drum.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “bongo” mean?

The word “bongo” means one of a pair of small hand drums, played by beating with the fingers and palms. In plain terms, usually refers to the small paired drums played with the hands; less commonly, a striped African antelope.

How do you pronounce “bongo”?

“Bongo” is pronounced BONG-goh (/ˈbɑŋ.ɡoʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “bongo” in a sentence?

Here is “bongo” used in a sentence: “He tapped out a rhythm on his bongos at the beach.”

What part of speech is “bongo”?

“Bongo” is a noun.

Where does the word “bongo” come from?

The word “bongo” comes from Spanish. Borrowed from Spanish bongo, referring to the Afro-Cuban hand drum.

How many meanings does “bongo” have?

“Bongo” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: one of a pair of small hand drums, played by beating with the fingers and palms.

Related words

Bongo Bongo Land bingo bango bongo bongo mag

Nearby words

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