Castanets

usgb/ˌkæstəˈnets/
noun

A musical instrument from Spain, usually held in hand and clicked together to make a sound.

The flamenco dancer clicked her castanets to the rhythm of the music.
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  • play the castanets
  • click the castanets
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Cultural Instrument

Castanets are strongly associated with traditional Spanish music and dances like the flamenco.

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She studied Spanish culture and learned to play castanets as part of her routine.
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Percussion Sound

Castanets fall under the percussion instrument category, used for creating rhythm.

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In the orchestra, the percussionist played castanets for the Spanish dance number.
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Hand-Held

Unlike most instruments, castanets are handheld and produce sound when clapped together.

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At the concert, the musician skillfully held the castanets in one hand while playing.
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