Nanga
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈnaŋə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Nanga is a noun meaning (music) A simple wooden harp or zither used in central and eastern Africa.
Meaning
(music) A simple wooden harp or zither used in central and eastern Africa.
Example Sentences
The "shoulder harp" or "nanga" had a boat-shaped sound chest.
The nanga of Nubia is similar; here also, long wooden pegs prevent the strings from slipping.
The artist uses his voice, he sings his laws to the accompaniment of the nanga, the harp; he twists his body to the rhythm of the drums, to proclaim his rules.
Word Forms
- nangas
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include zanza, sanza, zeze, mbila, zanze, ngoni.
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