Tambourine

usgb/ˌtæmbəˈriːn/
noun

A musical instrument that you shake or hit with your hand. It is round and usually has metal pieces attached around the edge to make noise.

The girl was playing the tambourine in the band.
Visual representation of "tambourine" - A musical instrument that you shake or hit with your hand. It is round and usually has metal pieces attached around the edge to make noise.

Often appears as...

  • play the tambourine
  • shake the tambourine
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Music Genre

Tambourines are common in folk, pop, and religious music. They create a rhythmic jingle.

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Folk bands often feature a tambourine to add rhythm.
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Hold Correctly

Hold the tambourine by the frame, not the jingles, to avoid muffling the sound.

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She properly held the tambourine, letting the jingles ring clear.
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Festive Instrument

Tambourines often signify celebration and are used in festive or joyful songs.

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At the party, everyone clapped as he struck the tambourine.
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