nounfemininepl: acertinas
accordion (small musical instrument)
1. A small portable wind instrument with a keyboard and reeds, similar to an accordion but typically smaller and used in folk music
The street musician played a lively tune on his acertina.
O músico de rua tocava uma melodia animada em sua acertina.
2. A type of concertina or small accordion commonly used in traditional Brazilian and Portuguese music
Traditional forró music is often accompanied by the sound of an acertina.
A música forró tradicional é frequentemente acompanhada pelo som da acertina.
The acertina holds significant cultural importance in Brazilian folk music, particularly in forró traditions of the Northeast. It is deeply associated with popular celebrations, street musicians, and traditional dance music. The term is less commonly used in Portugal, where 'concertina' is preferred.
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