maraca

noun

ma·​ra·​ca mə-ˈrä-kə  -ˈra- 

: a rattle usually made from a gourd that is used as a percussion instrument

Examples of maraca in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Flutes, maracas and the rhythmic rattle of shells soon filled the room as Ortega led the other dancers through a series of movements rooted in an Indigenous tradition. — Laura Rodríguez Presa, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2026

For tummy time, little ones can enjoy the bright mat, noisy maracas and activity toys. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 19 Aug. 2026

On the exterior, Aesha’s maracas are no longer the newest crew member of Akira One. — Emma Soren, Vulture, 11 Aug. 2026

There’s a section dedicated to coffee makers of many sizes and colors; reproductions of El Morro castle with a small slot for a paper roll that tells the story of the fortress; and maracas made in Cuba by artisans. — Sarah Moreno august 7, Miami Herald, 7 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Portuguese maracá, from Tupi maraká

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for maraca

• jataka
• kabaka
• kanaka
• macaca
• resaca
• baka
• paca
• shaka

Kids Definition

maraca

noun

ma·​ra·​ca mə-ˈräk-ə  -ˈrak- 

: a dried gourd or a rattle like a gourd that contains dried seeds or pebbles and is used as a musical rhythm instrument usually played in pairs by shaking