percussion
/pəˈkʌʃən/ · /pɚˈkʌʃən/
CEFR level B2Topic ArtsWord #3824 in the learning path
打击乐器；打击乐声部
Definitions
n. Musical instruments played by hitting, shaking, or scraping them.
打击乐器；打击乐声部
Example
My sister plays percussion in the school band.
我姐姐在学校乐队里演奏打击乐器。
Group percussion lessons can help children develop coordination while encouraging cooperation and creative expression.
集体打击乐课程可以帮助儿童发展协调能力，同时促进合作与创造性表达。
Collocations
- percussion instruments
- play percussion
- percussion section
Word family
- percussionist (n.)
- percussive (adj.)
Usage tip
总称时不可数；一件打击乐器用a percussion instrument。
FAQ
- What does percussion mean?
- Musical instruments played by hitting, shaking, or scraping them.
- How is percussion pronounced?
- UK /pəˈkʌʃən/, US /pɚˈkʌʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
