fusion steps

[ˈfjuːʒən stɛps]
nounpl: fusion steps
passos de fusão
1. Dance movements that blend two or more distinct dance styles or techniques together
The choreographer created fusion steps that combined ballet with hip-hop elements.
A coreógrafa criou passos de fusão que combinavam elementos de ballet com hip-hop.
2. In scientific or technical contexts, sequential phases in a fusion process or reaction
The researchers documented the fusion steps required for nuclear synthesis.
Os pesquisadores documentaram os passos de fusão necessários para a síntese nuclear.
3. Progressive stages in blending or merging different cultural, musical, or artistic traditions
The band's fusion steps evolved as they incorporated Latin rhythms into their rock music.
Os passos de fusão da banda evoluíram conforme incorporavam ritmos latinos em sua música rock.
Fusion steps represent a modern approach to dance and music that reflects globalization and cultural exchange. In Brazil, this is particularly evident in the evolution of contemporary samba, forró, and hip-hop fusion styles. In the USA, fusion steps are central to contemporary dance, especially in urban and street dance communities where different cultural traditions merge organically. The term is widely appreciated in both cultures as it represents artistic innovation and cultural dialogue.
NYC Slang
mixed moves, blended steps, cross-over moves
Synonyms / Sinônimos
blended movementshybrid stepscombined techniquesmerged movements
Antonyms / Antônimos
pure stepstraditional stepsunmixed movements

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
passos de fusão
Standard usage in dance and music contexts throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
passos de fusão / fusão de passos
Commonly used in samba and contemporary dance communities
São Paulo
passos de fusão
Widely used in contemporary art and dance studios
Portugal
passos de fusão
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese; prevalent in modern dance contexts

Related Words

fusion dancechoreographyblended stylescross-cultural movementhybrid music

Related Idioms & Phrases

fusion of styles
blend of traditions
merging of techniques
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