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frevo

[FREH-voo]
nounmasculinepl: frevo or brevos
frevo (a Brazilian dance and music style from Pernambuco)
1. A lively, acrobatic dance originating from Pernambuco, Brazil, characterized by quick footwork and movements performed with a decorative umbrella
The frevo is one of the most iconic dances of the Recife Carnival.
O frevo é uma das danças mais icônicas do Carnaval do Recife.
2. The musical style and rhythm that accompanies this dance, typically played by brass bands
The band played a traditional frevo as the parade passed through the streets.
A banda tocava um frevo tradicional enquanto o desfile passava pelas ruas.
Synonyms
dança pernambucanafrevo de rua

Regional Variations

Pernambuco
frevo
origin and primary usage; deeply embedded in local culture and Carnival traditions
General Brazilian
frevo
recognized throughout Brazil as a cultural symbol
Portugal
frevo
less common; recognized as Brazilian cultural export

Related Idioms & Phrases

dançar frevo
umbrela de frevo
banda de frevo
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