Flamenco (en. Flamenco)
/flaˈmeŋko/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Musical and dance genre characterized by its intensity and emotion.
Flamenco is a fundamental part of Andalusian culture.
El flamenco es una parte fundamental de la cultura andaluza.
A type of music that combines guitar, singing, and dancing.
At the party, we enjoyed a flamenco performance.
En la fiesta, disfrutamos de una actuación de flamenco.
Lifestyle and cultural expression of certain Roma communities in Spain.
Flamenco reflects the experiences and feelings of its people.
El flamenco refleja las experiencias y sentimientos de su gente.
Etymology
The term 'flamenco' is related to the Roma culture and the enslaved Arab roots in Andalusia.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to give a flamenco
To perform an intense and passionate act
dar un flamenco
pure flamenco
A type of flamenco that adheres to the most authentic traditions
flamenco puro
Related Words
cante
A style of flamenco singing that accompanies the dance.
cante
flamenco guitar
Guitar used in flamenco, with a characteristic sound.
guitarra flamenca
bailaor
Male performer of flamenco dance.
bailaor
Slang Meanings
Passionate and emotional lifestyle.
That guy lives flamenco; everything he does, he does with a lot of passion.
Ese chico vive el flamenco, todo lo que hace lo hace con mucha pasión.
Moment of fun and overflowing joy.
The party turned into a total flamenco when they started dancing.
La fiesta se convirtió en un flamenco total cuando empezaron a bailar.