Tom-tom and Tam-tam

Tom-tom noun - Any of various drums with small heads.

Tam-tam and tom-tom are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Tam-tam" instead a noun phrase "Tom-tom".

Tam-tam noun - A percussion instrument consisting of a metal plate that is struck with a softheaded drumstick.

Tom-tom and tam-tam are semantically related. You can use "Tom-tom" instead a noun phrase "Tam-tam".