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    Bombo (en. Drum)

    /ˈbom.bo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Typically, a large round drum played with sticks.
    The bombo is fundamental in the music band.
    El bombo es fundamental en la banda de música.
    Deep sound emitted by this instrument.
    The bombo echoed throughout the room.
    El bombo retumbaba en toda la sala.
    Figurative use to describe something that has a great impact.
    The announcement was like a bombo, it surprised everyone.
    El anuncio fue como un bombo, sorprendió a todos.

    Etymology

    From Italian 'bombo', which refers to a drum.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to give the bongo
    To announce or promote something exuberantly.
    dar el bombo
    to get involved in a bongo
    To get involved in problems or difficult situations.
    meterse en un bombo

    Related Words

    battery
    Set of percussion instruments.
    batería
    drums
    Percussion instruments of different sizes.
    tambores
    music
    The art of organizing sounds in time.
    música

    Slang Meanings

    Cash money.
    I need a bombo to go out this weekend.
    Necesito un bombo para poder salir este fin de semana.
    A large amount of something.
    I bought a bombo of food for the party.
    Compré un bombo de comida para la fiesta.