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    Marinera (en. Sailor)

    /ma.ri.ˈne.ɾa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A type of dance of Peruvian origin that represents marine life and coastal customs.
    The marinera is one of the most emblematic dances of Peru.
    La marinera es una de las danzas más emblemáticas de Perú.
    The typical outfit worn during the marinera dance.
    The marinera dress is very colorful and decorative.
    El vestido de marinera es muy colorido y decorativo.

    Etymology

    From the term 'marinero', related to the sea and coastal life.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    northern marinera
    A style of marinera that comes from the northern region of Peru.
    marinera norteña
    to win a marinera contest
    To win a prize at a marinera dance event or competition.
    ganar un concurso de marinera
    to dance the marinera
    To perform the movements and steps of the marinera dance.
    bailar la marinera

    Related Words

    marine
    Related to the sea or navigation.
    marino
    sailor
    A person who works on a ship.
    marinero

    Slang Meanings

    A person who dances marinera very well.
    She is a top marinera, always stands out at parties.
    Ella es una marinera de primera, siempre destaca en las fiestas.
    A sense of pride in marinera traditions.
    They have a strong marinera tradition in their family for generations.
    Tienen una marinera fuerte en su familia por generaciones.