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    Tango (en. Tango)

    /ˈtaŋɡo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Musical genre and dance originating from the Río de la Plata region.
    Tango is known for its intense expressiveness and complex choreography.
    El tango es conocido por su intensa expresividad y su compleja coreografía.
    A style of popular music that incorporates African rhythms and European melodies.
    The music of tango combines elements of African music and European music.
    La música de tango combina elementos de la música africana y la música europea.
    The act of dancing tango in pairs.
    I love watching how they dance tango at the milonga.
    Me encanta ver cómo bailan tango en la milonga.

    Etymology

    The term 'tango' may derive from the African language of slaves in Buenos Aires or from the Spanish word 'tango', which refers to the meeting place for dancing.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to dance a tango
    Participating in the tango dance.
    bailar un tango
    to be a tango
    Referring to something complicated or difficult to understand.
    ser un tango
    salon tango
    A style of tango that is danced in a ballroom or social floor.
    tango de salón

    Related Words

    milonga
    A place or event where tango is danced.
    milonga
    bandoneón
    A musical instrument used in tango music.
    bandoneón
    tanguera
    A person who dances or has a passion for tango.
    tanguera

    Slang Meanings

    Tango as a synonym for a dilemma or complicated situation.
    That situation is a real tango.
    Esa situación es un verdadero tango.
    Tango used in a context of infatuation.
    He dances tango as if he were in love with the dance floor.
    El baila tango como si estuviera enamorado de la pista.