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kettledrum in German

kettledrum in German is Pauke, Kesselpauke — kettledrum means a large drum whose skin is stretched over a rounded metal bowl.

kettledrum in German

Pauke
noun
(musical instruments) A large percussion instrument with a drumhead that is stretched over a hemispherical metal bowl.
Kesselpauke
noun
(musical instruments) A large percussion instrument with a drumhead that is stretched over a hemispherical metal bowl.

What does "kettledrum" mean?

  1. noun A large drum whose skin is stretched over a rounded metal bowl.
  2. noun An informal party held in the afternoon or evening, at which guests are given a light snack.
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What is "kettledrum" in German?
"kettledrum" in German is Pauke, Kesselpauke. kettledrum means: A large drum whose skin is stretched over a rounded metal bowl.
Are there other ways to say "kettledrum" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "kettledrum": Pauke, Kesselpauke.
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