clapstick

Questions

What does clapstick mean?

A kind of drumstick used by striking one against another, to maintain rhythm in Aboriginal voice chants.

Where does clapstick come from?

From clap + stick.

How to pronounce clapstick

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “clapstick”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “clapstick”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “clapstick” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.