How to Pronounce "bongos"
word
ˈbɑŋˌɡoʊz
BAHN-gohz
bˈɒŋɡəʊz
BONG-ohz
Definition
Small drums, usually used in pairs, that are played with the hands. Often used in Latin American music.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɑŋˌɡoʊz
British English
bˈɒŋɡəʊz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAHN-gohz
UK
BONG-ohz
Listen in Context
He plays the bongos in the school band.
The bongos are very popular in Latin music.
Can you hear the sound of the bongos?
The party got livelier once someone started playing the bongos.