World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesTango
/ˈtæŋ.ɡoʊ/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A style of dance originating in Argentina, characterized by close contact between partners and intricate footwork.
"They took tango lessons to prepare for their wedding dance." - 2
A genre of music that accompanies the tango dance, often featuring instruments like the bandoneón.
"The band played a beautiful tango that captivated the audience."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'tango' is believed to have originated from the African languages brought to the Americas by enslaved people, particularly in the context of music and dance. It became associated with the Argentine dance form in the late 19th century, evolving through cultural exchanges between African, European, and indigenous influences in Buenos Aires.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Tango" is said worldwide
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tango
Transliteration: tango
"Ils dansent le tango avec passion."
Tango
Transliteration: Tango
"Sie tanzen Tango in der Tanzschule."
tango
Transliteration: tango
"Loro ballano il tango in coppia."
tango
Transliteration: tango
"Ellos bailan tango en la milonga."
tango
Transliteration: tango
"Eles dançam tango em um salão."
टैंगो
Transliteration: ṭaingō
"वे टैंगो नृत्य कर रहे हैं।"
探戈
Transliteration: tàngē
"他们在舞会上跳探戈。"
탱고
Transliteration: taeng-go
"그들은 탱고를 춥니다."
タンゴ
Transliteration: tango
"彼らはタンゴを踊っています。"
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