Japanese Word · Intermediate
ジャンベ
djembe
Pronunciation: [d͡ʑã̠mbe̞]
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "djembe".
Example
ジャンベは、マリやギニアなど西アフリカ諸国で、結婚式や割礼の儀式、豊作祈願の祭りなどに欠かせない楽器だ。
The djembe is an essential instrument in West African countries such as Mali and Guinea, where it is played at weddings, circumcision ceremonies, and harvest festivals.
Practice tips
- Practice ジャンベ out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Japanese word is for intermediate-level learners.