Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

forro

noun

/fɔˈroʊ/

Definition

A type of music and dance originating from northeast Brazil, characterized by its lively rhythms and cultural festivities.

Examples

Tonight, we’re going to a forró party in the city.
She loves dancing forró with her friends.
The accordionist played a beautiful forró tune that got everyone on the dance floor.

Meaning

Forró is not only a musical genre but also a form of social gathering where people come together to dance and celebrate. It encompasses a variety of traditional instruments such as the accordion, zabumba, and triangle.