word
mridangam
mrih-DUNG-um
mrɪˈdʌŋɡəmListen
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Syllable breakdown
mridangam
Dictionary meaning
A double-headed barrel drum that is the primary percussion instrument in Carnatic classical music.
History and origin
Sanskrit — 'mrit' (clay) + 'anga' (body).
Common mispronunciations
MREE-dan-gammri-DAN-gum
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