Sistrum: Ancient Egyptian Musical Instrument - Audio Guide
A fascinating percussion instrument from ancient Egypt, the sistrum was used in religious ceremonies and rituals. This sacred rattle produced a distinctive jingling sound.
Sistrum Pronunciation in English
IPA
/ˈsɪs.trəm/
Sounds Like
(SIS-truhm)
Breakdown
First syllable (SIS) (stress)
Make the "s" sound like in "sun", followed by a short "i" like in "sit", and end with another "s" sound.
Second syllable (truhm)
Begin with a "t" sound, followed by "r", then add a quick "uh" sound like in "up", and finish with an "m" sound.
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