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10 Language-to-English DictionariesTaiko
Pronunciation / Transliteration: taiko
"O taiko é um tambor tradicional japonês."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A traditional Japanese drum, typically made of wood and animal skin, used in various cultural and ceremonial contexts.
"The taiko performance at the festival captivated the audience with its powerful rhythms." - 2
A style of ensemble drumming that incorporates choreography and is often performed in groups.
"The taiko group practiced daily to prepare for their upcoming concert."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'taiko' originates from the Japanese language, where it means 'drum.' It has been used in Japan for centuries, with roots in traditional Japanese music and festivals, evolving to represent various styles of drumming that are now celebrated worldwide.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Taiko" is said worldwide
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Taiko
Transliteration: taïko
"Le taiko est un instrument de percussion traditionnel japonais."
Taiko
Transliteration: taiko
"Das Taiko ist ein traditionelles japanisches Schlaginstrument."
Taiko
Transliteration: taiko
"Il taiko è un tamburo tradizionale giapponese."
Taiko
Transliteration: taiko
"El taiko es un tambor tradicional japonés."
Taiko
Transliteration: taiko
"O taiko é um tambor tradicional japonês."
ताइको
Transliteration: taiko
"ताइको एक पारंपरिक जापानी ढोल है।"
太鼓
Transliteration: tàigǔ
"太鼓是日本的传统鼓。"
타이코
Transliteration: taiko
"타이코는 일본의 전통 드럼입니다."
太鼓
Transliteration: taiko
"太鼓の演奏は日本の伝統的な文化です。"
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