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B1 noun #41 am häufigsten 3 Min. Lesezeit

drumsticks

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Drumsticks are long, thin pieces of wood that people use to hit drums. When you play the drums in a band, you use drumsticks. They help make the sound of the music. Also, a drumstick can be a part of a chicken leg that you eat. It's a tasty piece of meat from a chicken.

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percussion instrument accessories
poultry leg cuts
dual meaning word

§ Where you actually hear this word — work, school, news

The word 'drumsticks' is quite versatile and can appear in various contexts, from discussions about music to everyday conversations about food. Understanding these different contexts can help you grasp its meaning and usage more fully.

§ In a Musical Context (Work/School)

In schools, especially in music classes or band practice, you'll frequently hear 'drumsticks' when referring to the tools drummers use. This is a primary context for the word, as drums are a fundamental part of many musical ensembles. Musicians, music teachers, and students will use this term regularly.

The percussionist carefully selected a pair of hickory drumsticks before the concert.

At work, if you are involved in the music industry, perhaps as a sound engineer, a band manager, or even a retail worker in a music store, 'drumsticks' will be a common term. Conversations might revolve around different types of drumsticks (e.g., wood, plastic, brushes), their weight, balance, and how they affect the sound of various drums. Drummers themselves might discuss their preferred brand or type of drumsticks for different musical genres.

He prefers heavier drumsticks for rock music to get a more powerful sound.

§ In a Culinary Context (Everyday Life/News)

Outside of music, 'drumsticks' most commonly refers to the chicken part. This is a very frequent usage, heard in homes, restaurants, and grocery stores. When you're making a shopping list, ordering food, or discussing dinner plans, you might say 'chicken drumsticks'.

DEFINITION: The lower joint of a bird's leg, especially chicken, often prepared as food.

We grilled some marinated chicken drumsticks for the barbecue.

In news reports, you might encounter 'drumsticks' in articles about food prices, health and diet, or even cultural events and festivals where certain foods are featured. For example, a news piece about a picnic might mention the popularity of fried chicken drumsticks.

The charity event served over a thousand roasted drumsticks to attendees.

§ Distinguishing the Meanings

The key to understanding which meaning of 'drumsticks' is being used is the context. If the conversation is about music, instruments, or bands, it's almost certainly referring to the sticks. If it's about food, cooking, or meals, it's about the chicken part. Rarely will these two meanings be confused in a typical conversation.

DEFINITION: Thin, tapered sticks used by musicians to strike drums and percussion instruments.

Here's a breakdown of common places you might encounter the word 'drumsticks':

Music Stores: Salespeople might ask, "What kind of drumsticks are you looking for?"
Concerts/Gigs: A band member might shout, "I need new drumsticks!"
Cooking Shows: A chef might instruct, "Season the chicken drumsticks generously."
Restaurants: You might see "Fried Chicken Drumsticks" on a menu.
Grocery Stores: The poultry section will often label packages of "Chicken Drumsticks."

Understanding these various scenarios will help you navigate conversations and written materials where 'drumsticks' is used, allowing you to correctly interpret its meaning based on the surrounding information.

Beispiele nach Niveau

He plays drums with drumsticks.

Он играет на барабанах барабанными палочками.

Simple present tense, subject-verb-object.

The drumsticks are made of wood.

Барабанные палочки сделаны из дерева.

Simple present tense, plural noun, 'are made of' construction.

I like to eat chicken drumsticks.

Я люблю есть куриные ножки.

Simple present tense, 'like to eat' expression, plural noun.

My dog likes to chew on drumsticks.

Моя собака любит грызть куриные ножки.

Simple present tense, 'likes to chew on' expression, plural noun.

The chef cooked the drumsticks.

Повар приготовил куриные ножки.

Simple past tense, subject-verb-object.

She has new drumsticks for her drum set.

У нее есть новые барабанные палочки для ее барабанной установки.

Simple present tense, possessive 'her', 'for' prepositional phrase.

Can you pass me a drumstick?

Можешь передать мне куриную ножку?

Modal verb 'can', imperative form, singular noun.

The band needs more drumsticks.

Группе нужно больше барабанных палочек.

Simple present tense, 'needs more' expression, plural noun.

Häufige Kollokationen

chicken drumsticks

turkey drumsticks

marching drumsticks

wooden drumsticks

nylon drumsticks

metal drumsticks

jazz drumsticks

rock drumsticks

pair of drumsticks

roasted drumsticks

Häufige Phrasen

play with drumsticks

hold drumsticks

eat drumsticks

fry drumsticks

beat drumsticks

drumsticks and cymbals

grab the drumsticks

season the drumsticks

drumsticks for dinner

drumsticks in hand

Wird oft verwechselt mit

drumsticks vs chicken legs

This is a synonym for the food item meaning of drumsticks, specifically referring to the lower joint of a bird's leg.

drumsticks vs percussion mallets

While also used for percussion, mallets are generally softer, larger, and used for instruments like xylophones or timpani, whereas drumsticks are typically harder and used for drums and cymbals.

drumsticks vs drum (singular)

A drum is the instrument itself, whereas drumsticks are the tools used to play it. Confusing the tool with the instrument.

Redewendungen & Ausdrücke

"stick to your guns"

Maintain your position or beliefs despite opposition.

Despite everyone disagreeing, she decided to stick to her guns and do what she thought was right.

neutral

"stick out like a sore thumb"

To be very noticeable, usually because you are different from those around you.

He was the only one wearing a suit at the casual party, so he stuck out like a sore thumb.

informal

"stick by someone"

To remain loyal to someone, especially in difficult times.

She promised to stick by him no matter what challenges they faced.

neutral

"stick one's neck out"

To take a risk by saying or doing something that might be criticized or cause trouble for you.

He really stuck his neck out for me when he vouched for my abilities.

informal

"stick to the script"

To follow a predetermined plan or set of instructions precisely.

During the presentation, it's important to stick to the script and not improvise too much.

neutral

"stick in the mud"

A person who is unwilling to try new things or be adventurous.

Don't be such a stick in the mud, let's go dancing!

informal

"stick it to 'em"

To get revenge on someone or to treat them harshly, often as a way of asserting dominance.

After they cheated us, we decided to stick it to 'em in the next game.

informal

"stick up for someone/something"

To defend someone or something.

It's important to stick up for what you believe is right.

neutral

"stick with it"

To continue doing something despite difficulties; to persevere.

Learning a new language can be tough, but if you stick with it, you'll get fluent.

neutral

"stick to your ribs"

(Referring to food) to be very filling and satisfying, often because it is rich or heavy.

This hearty stew really sticks to your ribs on a cold day.

informal

Leicht verwechselbar

drumsticks vs chopsticks

Both are plural nouns ending in '-sticks' and are used as eating utensils or tools, leading to potential confusion in context.

Drumsticks are used for playing drums and are also a food item (chicken leg). Chopsticks are a pair of small, thin sticks used as eating utensils in many East Asian countries.

He used the drumsticks to play a solo, then later enjoyed some chicken drumsticks for dinner. For her meal, she expertly picked up the noodles with chopsticks.

drumsticks vs batons

Both are sticks used in performance contexts. 'Batons' can refer to a conductor's stick or a twirling stick, similar to how drumsticks are used in performance.

Drumsticks are specifically for percussion instruments or are a food item. Batons are typically used by conductors to direct an orchestra or by majorettes for twirling.

The conductor raised his baton, and the orchestra began to play. The drummer gripped his drumsticks, ready for the beat to drop.

drumsticks vs dowels

Both are types of cylindrical pieces of wood, which can be visually similar, especially if someone is not familiar with their specific uses.

Drumsticks are specialized, tapered sticks for musical instruments or a food item. Dowels are simple cylindrical rods, usually made of wood, used for joining, support, or crafting.

He used a wooden dowel to create a strong joint in the furniture. The drummer needed new drumsticks after his old ones broke during practice.

drumsticks vs twigs

Both are thin, stick-like objects. 'Twigs' refers to small branches, and conceptually, drumsticks could be seen as thin sticks.

Drumsticks are manufactured tools for music or a specific food item. Twigs are natural, small offshoots from a tree or bush.

The fire crackled as she added more dry twigs. He practiced his paradiddles with the new drumsticks.

drumsticks vs drum kit

The 'drum kit' is the entire set of drums, and 'drumsticks' are a part of that kit, leading to potential confusion about which part is being referred to.

A drum kit is the complete set of drums and cymbals. Drumsticks are the tools used to play the drum kit.

He set up his new drum kit in the garage. Don't forget your drumsticks if you want to play the drums.

So verwendest du es

When referring to the culinary item, 'drumsticks' often implies the chicken part. For the musical instrument, it's usually clear from context, but if ambiguity exists, one might specify 'drumming drumsticks' or 'percussion drumsticks'. The word is typically used in its plural form for both meanings.

Häufige Fehler

A common mistake is using 'drumstick' (singular) when referring to multiple drumsticks for drumming; it should almost always be plural. Another mistake might be to confuse the two meanings without sufficient context, though this is rare as context usually clarifies which meaning is intended.

Tipps

Visualize Both Meanings

When you hear 'drumsticks', try to visualize both a musician playing drums and a delicious chicken drumstick. This dual imagery can help solidify both definitions in your mind.

Create Sentences

Practice using 'drumsticks' in sentences for both meanings. For example: 'The drummer broke a drumstick during the concert.' and 'I ordered a bucket of fried chicken drumsticks.'

Flashcards with Pictures

Make flashcards with the word 'drumsticks' on one side and a picture of both meanings on the other. This visual aid can be very effective.

Avoid Ambiguity

In conversations, if there's a chance of confusion, you might want to specify 'chicken drumsticks' or 'drumming drumsticks' to be perfectly clear.

Food Culture Note

In many English-speaking cultures, chicken drumsticks are a very popular and common food item, often associated with casual dining, picnics, and barbecues.

Listen for Collocations

Notice words that often go with 'drumsticks'. For music, you might hear 'play drumsticks,' 'hold drumsticks.' For food, 'eat drumsticks,' 'fried drumsticks.'

Etymology Exploration

The word 'drumstick' literally combines 'drum' (the instrument) and 'stick' (a slender piece of wood). The food item's name is a descriptive analogy due to its shape.

Practice Pronunciation

Practice saying 'drumsticks' correctly. The stress is on the first syllable: 'DRUM-sticks'. This helps with recognition when listening.

Use a Dictionary App

Keep a dictionary app handy. When you encounter 'drumsticks', quickly look it up to reinforce both definitions and see example sentences.

Einprägen

Eselsbrücke

Imagine a drummer using 'drumsticks' to play a 'drum' solo, and then imagine eating delicious 'drumsticks' (chicken) after the show.

Visuelle Assoziation

Picture a drum kit with two drumsticks crossed over the snare drum. Next to it, visualize a plate with a roasted chicken drumstick.

Word Web

percussion instrument chicken music food rhythm

Herausforderung

Try to use 'drumsticks' in two different sentences, one referring to the musical instrument and one referring to the food. For example: 'The drummer's drumsticks moved quickly across the cymbals.' and 'I ordered a bucket of fried chicken drumsticks.'