tango
Pronunciation: [ˈtæŋɡoʊ]
Word
Context: “dance”
(noun) a type of dance that comes from Argentina. It has a special rhythm and is known for its passionate movements. People usually dance it with a partner and it can look very beautiful.
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We enjoyed watching a tango performance at the festival last night.
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They didn't want to take tango lessons because they thought it was too difficult.
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Have you ever seen anyone dance the tango before?
Context: “music”
(noun) the music that is played for the tango dance. It usually has a strong beat and can make you want to move your feet. It often involves instruments like the bandoneon.
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The tango music filled the room and made everyone want to dance.
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The song they played wasn't tango; it was a different type of music altogether.
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Can you tell the difference between tango music and other styles of music?
Context: “dance”
(verb) to dance the tango, which means moving your body in the style of the tango dance. It involves different steps and moving with a partner.
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They love to tango together every Saturday night.
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He doesn't tango well because he hasn't practiced enough.
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Do you know how to tango, or have you ever tried it?
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