鑼 (luó) - Gong — a large, flat, circular metal percussion

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鑼 · luó

Gong — a large, flat, circular metal percussion instrument that produces a deep, resonant sound when struck with a mallet.

Gong — a large, flat, circular metal percussion

Usage highlights

Gong and drumBeat the gongBronze gongGong soundOpen the way with gongsGong ensemble

Synonyms

  • 锣鼓— gong and drum (as a combined percussion set)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The temple gong (庙里的锣) announced the ceremony.
  • He struck the gong (敲锣) three times.
  • The lion dance is accompanied by drums and gongs (锣鼓).
  • A bronze gong (铜锣) hung in the village square.

Collocations

  • Gong and drum(锣鼓)
  • Beat the gong(敲锣)
  • Bronze gong(铜锣)
  • Gong sound(锣声)
  • Open the way with gongs(鸣锣开道)
  • Gong ensemble(锣队)

Idioms

  • Beat gongs and sound drums to clear the way(鸣锣开道)
  • A gong in one hand, a drum in the other(一手锣, 一手鼓)
  • Gongs loud, drums noisy(锣鼓喧天)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Traditionally used in Chinese opera, festivals, and religious ceremonies to mark important moments.
  • In lion and dragon dances, the gong and drum work together to create rhythm and excitement.
  • Historically used to signal time, gather people, or announce officials in processions.

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