Tambor
/tamboɾ/from spelling rules
The English word thumper is translated into Spanish as Tambor.
This term refers to a musical instrument that is played by striking a membrane with the hands or sticks.
How do you pronounce it?
/tamboɾ/
Did you know?
- The word tambor actually traces its roots back to the Arabic word ṭunbūr, which originally referred to a stringed instrument rather than a percussion instrument.
- Spain has a unique tradition called tamboradas where entire towns play tambores in unison for hours to celebrate local festivals.
- In some Spanish-speaking contexts, the verb tamborilear means to tap one's fingers rapidly on a surface, mimicking the rhythmic sound of a drum.
Examples in context
- El niño toca el tambor.The boy plays the drum.
- Compré un tambor nuevo.I bought a new drum.
- Escucho el sonido del tambor.I hear the sound of the drum.
Example conversation
Daniel and María are at a music store.
- Daniel¿Vendes algún tambor para principiantes?Do you sell any drum for beginners?
- MaríaSí, Daniel, tengo este modelo aquí.Yes, Daniel, I have this model here.
- DanielEs un tambor muy bonito.It is a very beautiful drum.
- MaríaMe alegra que te guste, Daniel.I am glad you like it, Daniel.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries tambor, CC BY-SA 4.0.
