鞀 (táo) - Tao — an ancient Chinese hand drum, also

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táo ｜ 14 strokes ｜ radical:

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鞀 · táo

Tao — an ancient Chinese hand drum, also known as a pellet drum or rattle drum, with two small beaters attached by strings that strike the drumheads when twisted.

Tao — an ancient Chinese hand drum, also

Usage highlights

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Synonyms

  • 鼗— alternative form of Tao drum
  • 拨浪鼓— modern rattle drum (similar instrument)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The musician played the ancient pellet drum (鞀).
  • This instrument is mentioned in classical texts (鞀鼓).
  • Ritual music often included the Tao drum (鞀).

Collocations

  • Tao drum(鞀鼓)
  • drum and Tao(鼓鞀)
  • bell and Tao(钟鞀)
  • Tao and drum(鞀鼓)
  • Tao music(鞀乐)

Idioms

  • Bell, stone, string, and bamboo; drum, Tao, and flute(钟石丝竹，鼓鞀管籥)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Ancient Chinese percussion instrument used in court rituals and ceremonies.
  • Often mentioned alongside bells and other ritual instruments in classical texts.
  • Symbolizes traditional Chinese musical heritage and ritual culture.

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