gǔ

drums

The Chinese word for 'drums' is '鼓'. It is a noun that refers to a musical instrument that produces sound by the striking of a drumhead with a beater. Similar to English, '鼓' can also be used in a broader sense to represent the entire drum kit in a music context. Additionally, it can also mean 'drum up,' 'beat,' or 'rattle' in various contexts.