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percussion instrument
/pɚkˈʌʃən ˈɪnstɹəmənt/
Percussion instrument
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any musical instrument such as cymbals, timpani or bass drum that is played by being hit or scraped by a beater
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
percussion instruments
What is a "percussion instrument"?
A percussion instrument is a type of musical instrument that produces sound by being struck, shaken, or tapped. Examples include drums, cymbals, tambourines, and maracas. These instruments generate sound through vibration, typically involving direct physical impact or movement, and are used to create rhythm, texture, and accents in music.
