Banjo slang refers to all the words and terms you use when playing your instrument, from its standard terms such as;
Lead-ins are notes played at the beginning of a song to provide an introduction into its melody.
String Slang
There are various slang terms for banjo strings, used to describe how the string is strung or describe specific aspects of playing it. Some words can be quite sexualized while others might refer to its physics or mechanics.
Frets – small metal strips attached to a fingerboard which are used for fretting strings when playing chords. Each fret bears a number which corresponds with where on the neck the respective string lies on its neck.
Scale length refers to the total string length from inside of the nut to bridge and is an essential aspect of tuning your banjo, as it affects its intonation.
Lead-in notes (also referred to as intro notes or passing tones) – These initial notes used as cues for other band members or listeners to start singing along and begin the song are known as lead-in notes.
Slick is a strumming technique used in bluegrass banjo playing that involves plucking the fifth string with your thumb to create an intermittent sound, often producing syncopated beats. Though commonly employed by experienced musicians, beginners may find this style challenging to master.
Walk-Downs – Walk-downs, also known as decrescendos, refers to playing lead-in notes at a lower pitch in order to facilitate transitioning smoothly into different chords or adding emotional impact into songs.
An unfortunate reality of banjo playing can be having the string break too easily from being pulled too hard, resulting in its end separating from being pulled too tightly by you while practicing new material. To minimize such incidents, use high-quality banjo strings, practice with a metronome and keep a spare string handy in case of emergency. In addition, using proper techniques when fretting will also help prevent frenulums breaking off due to over-stress. Finally, remember to lubricate where your string passes over your thumb to stop friction wearing out flesh that could potentially result in broken frenulums!
Fret Slang
Fret is the term given to raised ridges on certain stringed instruments which serve to facilitate playing specific notes. Musically speaking, fret also refers to a position on a banjo neck where one string may be bent for special effects or key changes. Fret can also be used as shorthand for anything which causes anxiety or worry such as: “I’m worried about my grades” or “She really fretted over this project”.
Fret is also used to refer to a type of banjo picking style whereby players mute the strings with their thumb while striking down on the fifth string with their index fingernail, producing an audible percussive sound similar to that made by chickens clucking and squawking – this technique is popularly employed in bluegrass music.
Fret is also used as an informal term to refer to something which isn’t quite completed or perfect; when a banjo player reaches the last part of a song and feels uncomfortable about their performance or is worried it won’t match up to what was intended, they may fret over it and worry it won’t live up to its predecessor version.
Slang words for fret include gnaw, fret, frustrate, vex and wheedle. It may have originated with Middle English fretan meaning to chew into or nibble away at something. One of the earliest instances where fret was used as an expression of fear or anxiety occurred in Shakespeare’s Macbeth play when Michael told Duncan “Oh no! I’m starting to fret!”
Sex Slang
Slang can be entertaining and informative; however, some forms can also be offensive or even inappropriate. This is particularly true when discussing sexual slang; many may not realize that the phrase ‘banjo string’ refers to the frenulum on the penis which connects the foreskin to its shaft – known as its frenulum end or bell end – which can easily become injured and become offending to some individuals.
The frenulum is generally resilient, but it will eventually reach its breaking point and tear. Masturbation or rough sex are two common culprits for frenulum tearage; both can be extremely painful when they do tear, resulting in bleeding at the site of tearage. As such, it’s recommended that no further rough sex be engaged in until your banjo string has recovered fully before having rough sex or masturbating sessions.
Anal sex is another cause of broken frenulums. This sexual practice among gay men involves direct penis-to-penis contact and can be extremely painful when performed too frequently or too harshly. Other reasons could include shearing and stress forces placed upon the penis during erect posture, while pull or pinch can irritate its delicate tissue further.
If you have ever used the term ‘banjo string’ to refer to someone, chances are high that there was some form of sexual contact involved. Other related slang terms for the frenulum could include: dickne, mushroom dick, banjo boy, intactivists, jack splinters, bobstays and sweet spots.
Slang is an integral component of language that keeps it vibrant. There are various kinds of slang terms with their own unique definitions and roots, influenced by other languages and cultures alike. Proper usage of slang will enable you to effectively express yourself; for instance it should never be used when communicating with children, while workplace environments should refrain from using such language to avoid making colleagues uncomfortable.
Broken Frenulum
A broken frenulum is a sexual injury caused by tears to the foreskin at the base of your penis, often as a result of vigorous sexual activity or masturbation and masturbation more likely among uncircumcised people.
When your frenulum snaps it can be both uncomfortable and bleeding heavily, making it wise to keep this area clean while waiting until it has completely healed before engaging in sexual relations with partners or engaging in any activities that put strain on it such as heavy lifting. Many doctors advise people who break their frenulum to refrain from any activities which further strain it such as heavy lifting.
Your level of discomfort when your frenulum tears depends on the circumstances of its injury. Many describe a dull ache while others describe more intense sensations. Furthermore, pain levels may differ depending on where or how it happened; for instance if it happens while having a blow job it might be more excruciating than if it occurs while playing banjo.
“Broken Frecum” is another term associated with banjo strings that refers to sexual injuries caused by excessive pressure or inability to control one’s sexual impulses. This injury usually manifests itself when your penis foreskin becomes torn or ripped and must be considered one of the more unpleasant injuries you can sustain; it typically results when too much strain is placed upon it or you fail to contain your sexual desires properly.
Banjo slang can help make sense of the music being played on an instrument and it can also enhance communication among players. Common banjo terms such as “turnaround,” “up tempo” and “tag lick” describe transitions from one verse, chorus or section of an instrumental song to its beginning – you could also use this slang to describe overall song sounds.