Tom Tom

Pronunciation: /tɑm tɑm/

Definitions of tom tom

noun a type of drum typically used in African and Native American music

Example Sentences

A1 I heard the sound of a tom tom drum in the distance.

A2 The tom tom beat echoed through the jungle, guiding us towards the village.

B1 The tribal chief played the tom tom to announce the start of the ceremony.

B2 The rhythmic pounding of the tom tom set the pace for the dancers.

C1 The tom tom player showcased his skill with intricate rhythms and beats.

C2 The tom tom ensemble created a mesmerizing performance that captivated the audience.

Examples of tom tom in a Sentence

formal The musician used a tom tom drum to keep the rhythm during the performance.

informal I couldn't find my way without the tom tom GPS in my car.

slang Let's hit up the tom tom for some directions.

figurative Her heart beat like a tom tom drum during the intense scene in the movie.

Grammatical Forms of tom tom

• plural: tom toms
• comparative: more tom tom
• superlative: most tom tom
• present tense: tom tom
• future tense: will tom tom
• perfect tense: have tom tom
• continuous tense: is tom toming
• singular: tom tom
• positive degree: tom tom
• infinitive: to tom tom
• gerund: tom toming
• participle: tom tommed

Origin and Evolution of tom tom

First Known Use: 1700 year

Language of Origin: West African languages

Story behind the word: The word 'tom tom' is believed to have originated from the West African language, possibly from the Fula or Yoruba languages.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a type of drum in West African cultures, the term 'tom tom' later became associated with drum sets in Western music and eventually evolved to refer to any type of drum or percussion instrument.