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    Jazz (en. Jazz)

    /dʒæz/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A style of popular music that originated in the African American community.
    Jazz has influenced many other musical genres.
    El jazz ha influido en muchos otros géneros musicales.
    A form of musical expression based on improvisation.
    The musician improvised a beautiful jazz melody.
    El músico improvisó una hermosa melodía de jazz.
    A genre characterized by the use of instruments such as the saxophone, trumpet, and piano.
    The saxophonist is known for his skill in jazz.
    El saxofonista es conocido por su habilidad en el jazz.

    Etymology

    The word 'jazz' is believed to have roots in African American slang and became popular in the early 20th century.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to jazz
    To improvise in the context of jazz music.
    hacer jazz
    to be in the jazz
    To be in a relaxed mood or enjoying jazz music.
    estar en el jazz

    Related Words

    swing
    A style of jazz characterized by its cheerful and danceable rhythm.
    swing
    bop
    A genre of jazz that developed in the 1940s and 1950s, known for its rhythmic complexity.
    bop

    Slang Meanings

    Unique vibe or energy felt in music or atmosphere.
    That party had a great jazz vibe; everyone was enjoying it.
    Esa fiesta tenía un gran jazz, todos estaban disfrutando.
    Something that is cool or exciting.
    That movie was total jazz; I loved it.
    Esa película fue un jazz total, me encantó.