noun
- Plural of congo; a type of drum with a single head, typically played with the hands.
Usage: Often used in plural form when referring to multiple drums or a pair of drums in musical contexts.
Examples
- The band's percussionist played the congoes with impressive rhythm and precision.
- She learned to play the congoes as part of her Latin music studies.
- The congoes added an authentic Caribbean sound to the ensemble.
- He set up three congoes of different sizes for the performance.