Dúo (en. Duo)

/'dwo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Grouping of two people working together, especially in music or art.
The duo of singers has released a new album.
El dúo de cantantes ha sacado un nuevo álbum.
Two elements that go together or complement each other.
The duo of coffee and cake is perfect for snack time.
El dúo de café y pastel es perfecto para la merienda.

Etymology

From Latin "duo," which means 'two.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

dynamic duo
Work or performance by a pair of people who exceptionally complement each other.
dúo dinámico
common-law duo
Couple living together without being married.
dúo de hecho
perfect duo
Ideal combination between two elements or people.
dúo perfecto

Related Words

trio
Set of three people or things.
trío
quartet
Grouping of four people, especially in music.
cuarteto
binomial
Mathematical expression composed of two terms.
binomio

Slang Meanings

Referring to a pair of close friends.
Those two are an inseparable duo.
Esos dos son un dúo inseparable.
Description of a romantic couple.
They make an adorable duo.
Forman un dúo adorable.