Meaning of the word mbira in English
What does mbira mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
mbira
US /əmˈbɪr.ə/
UK /əmˈbɪə.rə/
Noun
a musical instrument of African origin, consisting of a wooden board with attached staggered metal tines, played by holding the instrument in the hands and plucking the tines with the thumbs
Example:
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The soothing sounds of the mbira filled the room.
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She learned to play the mbira from her grandmother.