word
gamaka
guh-MAH-kuh
ɡəˈmɑːkəListen
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Syllable breakdown
gamaka
Dictionary meaning
Ornamental slides and oscillations in Indian classical music that give notes expressive character; more elaborate in Carnatic than Hindustani music.
History and origin
Sanskrit — 'gamaka' (that which causes to go, ornament).
Common mispronunciations
GAM-ah-kahGAH-mah-kah
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