maracas
Pronunciation
Noun
A1 Beginner
Quick answer
A pair of musical instruments shaped like small rattles, shaken to keep rhythm.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The band handed out _____ so the audience could join in the rhythm."
Answer: maracas
In your own words, what does "maracas" mean?
A pair of musical instruments shaped like small rattles, shaken to keep rhythm.
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