Cajones

/kɑːˈhoʊnez/ noun

Definition

Plural form of cajon; multiple wooden box-shaped percussion instruments.

Etymology

Spanish plural of 'cajón.' In English, both 'cajons' and 'cajones' are used, though 'cajones' maintains the Spanish plural form and is common in music contexts.

Kelly Says

Different languages handle plurals differently—Spanish adds '-es' to words ending in '-ón,' and musicians often keep the Spanish plural to honor the instrument's cultural origins.

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