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Topic: Music

tailpiece

IPA: /ˈteɪlˌpiːs/

KK: /ˈteɪlˌpis/

noun

Definition: A part that is added to the end of something, often serving a specific function or decoration.

Example: The violin's tailpiece holds the strings in place and contributes to the instrument's sound quality.

tala

IPA: /ˈtɑːlə/

KK: /tɑːlə/

noun

Definition: A traditional rhythmic pattern used in South Asian music, often characterized by its unique beats and timing.

Example: The tabla player skillfully performed a tala that captivated the audience.

tambour

IPA: //tæmˈbʊr//

KK: /tæmˈbʊr/

intransitive verb

Definition: To create designs or patterns by stitching on a frame, often used in embroidery.

Example: She loves to tambour on her embroidery frame during the weekends.

noun

Definition: A type of drum or a frame used for embroidery, often made of wood and canvas.

Example: She played the tambour during the parade, adding rhythm to the music.

transitive verb

Definition: To create embroidery using a special frame made of two circular hoops.

Example: She decided to tambour the fabric to add beautiful designs.

tamboura

IPA: /tæmˈbʊərə/

KK: /tæmˈbʊərə/

noun

Definition: A type of stringed musical instrument from India and Turkey that has no frets and is used to create a continuous sound or drone, often accompanying singing.

Example: The musician played the tamboura, filling the room with its soothing drone.

tambourine

IPA: /ˌtæm.bəˈriːn/

KK: /tæmˈbʊrˌin/

noun

Definition: A musical instrument that has a round frame with a drumhead and small metal discs that make a jingling sound when it is shaken or hit.

Example: She played the tambourine during the band performance.

tambura

IPA: //tæmˈbʊərə//

KK: /tæmˈbʊərə/

noun

Definition: A type of stringed musical instrument, similar to a lute, commonly used in various forms of folk music.

Example: The musician played the tambura beautifully during the concert.

tango

IPA: //ˈtæŋɡoʊ//

KK: /tæŋgoʊ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To dance in a style that originated in Argentina, characterized by close embrace and intricate footwork.

Example: They decided to tango at the dance competition.

noun

Definition: A type of dance that originated in Latin America, characterized by its rhythmic movements and close partner connection, often performed to specific music.

Example: They danced the tango beautifully at the competition.

tanka

IPA: /ˈtæŋ.kə/

KK: /tæŋkə/

noun

Definition: A type of Japanese poem that has five lines with a specific syllable pattern: the first and third lines have five syllables, while the second, fourth, and fifth lines have seven syllables each.

Example: She wrote a beautiful tanka about the changing seasons.

tantara

IPA: //tænˈtɑːrə//

KK: /tænˈtɑːrə/

noun

Definition: A loud sound made by a trumpet or horn, often used to announce something or to celebrate.

Example: The tantara of the trumpets filled the air as the parade began.

tap

IPA: /tæp/

KK: /tæp/

intransitive verb

Definition: To make a light sound or touch, often by hitting something gently.

Example: She likes to tap her fingers on the table when she is thinking.

noun

Definition: A light touch or hit, often used to describe a gentle blow or a device that allows access to a resource, such as a spigot or a part of a circuit.

Example: She gave the door a quick tap to get someone's attention.

transitive verb

Definition: To hit something lightly or to draw liquid from a container.

Example: He decided to tap the keg for the party.

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