How do you write the word drum in Chinese?

There are two ways to write "drum" in Chinese, depending on the context:

1. 鼓 (gǔ) - This is the most common way to write "drum" in Chinese. It refers to a general type of drum, often used in music or traditional performances.

2. 鼓槌 (gǔchuí) - This is a more specific term that refers to a drum stick.

The best way to know which word to use depends on the context.

For example:

* "I want to learn to play the drums" would be written: 我想学打 鼓 (wǒ xiǎng xué dǎ gǔ)

* "He hit the drum with a drum stick" would be written: 他用 鼓槌 打鼓 (tā yòng gǔchuí dǎ gǔ)