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- US Pronunciation
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- [sis-truh m]
- /ˈsɪs trəm/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [sis-truh m]
- /ˈsɪs trəm/
Definition of sistra word
- noun plural sistra an ancient Egyptian percussion instrument consisting of a looped metal frame set in a handle and fitted with loose crossbars that rattle when shaken. 1
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Origin of sistra
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
1350-1400; Middle English < Latin < Greek seîstron, derivative of seíein to shake (cf. seismic)
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Parts of speech for Sistra
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
sistra popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 70% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
sistra usage trend in Literature
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