What does BONGO mean?

Bongo 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun

2. Definitions:

• A type of antelope with spiral horns.
• A percussion instrument consisting of two small drums attached to each other.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈbɑŋɡoʊ/
• UK: /ˈbɒŋɡəʊ/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "bongo" originated from the Bantu languages of Africa and was first used to describe the antelope with spiral horns. Later, the word was borrowed to describe the percussion instrument consisting of two small drums attached to each other. Today, "bongo" is commonly used to refer to both the antelope and the percussion instrument.

5. Synonyms:

• Antelope: Gazelle, Impala, Springbok.
• Percussion instrument: Conga, Djembe, Timbales.

6. Related Words:

• Bison
• Babel
• Berry
• Bench
• Bunch

7. Example Sentences:

• The bongo antelope is native to Africa.
• He played the bongo drums in the band.