ndongo
Elementary
n-do-ngo
noun
culture
English:A type of drum played during the death of a prominent person, such as a chief.
Shona DefinitionNdongo ingoma inoridzwa kana kwaitika rufu rwemunhu mukurukuru sezvakaita mambo.

Definitions

A specific type of drum used in Shona culture, played during the mourning period following the death of a significant figure, like a chief or elder.

Ndongo yakaridzwa mushure mekufa kwamambo.

Examples

Ndongo yakaridzwa mushure mekufa kwamambo.

The ndongo was played after the chief's death.

Synonyms

ngoma
muteyo
AI Context

peanut

Quick Reference

What does ndongo mean in English?
ndongo means "A type of drum played during the death of a prominent person, such as a chief." in English.
Definition of ndongo
A specific type of drum used in Shona culture, played during the mourning period following the death of a significant figure, like a chief or elder.
Tsanangudzo yendongo
Ndongo ingoma inoridzwa kana kwaitika rufu rwemunhu mukurukuru sezvakaita mambo.
Part of speech
noun