noun
die Trommel, -n
drum
Ein rundes Musikinstrument, das man mit den Händen oder Stöcken schlägt.
Definition & meaning
- A musical instrument in the percussion family, consisting of a hollow shell covered at one or both ends with a tightly stretched membrane (drumhead) that is struck with sticks or hands to produce sound.
- A cylindrical container or rotating part of a machine, such as a washing machine drum (Waschtrommel ) or a cable drum (Kabeltrommel ).
- Anatomical: Refers to the eardrum (Trommelfell ).
Grammar & Word origin
The word is a feminine noun (die Trommel, plural die Trommeln). It originates from the Middle High German word "trummel", which is likely an onomatopoeic creation imitating the sound of striking the instrument.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms:
Antonyms:
- There are no direct linguistic antonyms for a physical object like a drum.
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Jonas schlägt die Trommel laut.noun
Jonas beats the drum loudly.
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