Meaning of the word castanets in English
What does castanets mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
castanets
US /ˌkæs.təˈnets/
UK /ˌkæs.təˈnets/
Plural Noun
a pair of concave shells of wood or plastic, joined by a string at the top, held in the hand and clicked together to make a rhythmic sound, used especially by Spanish dancers.
Example:
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The flamenco dancer clicked her castanets with impressive speed.
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The music featured lively guitar rhythms and the sharp sound of castanets.
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