There are at least 45 different synonyms for the didgeridoo.
The following are some of the regional names.
Region | Name |
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Yolngu of Arnhem Land | Yirdaki/Yidaki |
Gupapuygu of Arnhem Land | Yiraka |
Djinang of Arnhem Land | Yirtakki |
Pintupi of Central Australia | Paampu |
Groote Eylandt | Ngarrriralkpwina |
Cobourg Peninsula | Wuyimba or buyigi |
Katherine | Artawirr |
Kakadu | Garnbak |
Mornington Island | Djibolu |
Roebourne, WA | Kurmur |
Kimberleys WA | Ngaribi |
Adelaide River | Bambu |
Alligator River | Martba |
Alice Springs | Ilpirra |