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tango

[ˈtæŋɡoʊ]
nounmasculinepl: tangos
tango
1. A passionate ballroom dance originating in Argentina, characterized by dramatic movements and close partner contact
They danced the tango with incredible grace and emotion.
Eles dançaram o tango com graça e emoção incríveis.
2. The music composed for this dance, typically in 2/4 time with a syncopated rhythm
The orchestra played a beautiful tango piece.
A orquestra tocou uma peça de tango lindíssima.
3. A complex interaction or situation requiring coordination between two parties
Negotiations between the two countries became a delicate tango.
As negociações entre os dois países se tornaram um tango delicado.
Synonyms
danceballroom dance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tango
Standard usage, commonly used for both the dance and music
Argentina
tango
Strong cultural association as the birthplace of tango; deeply rooted in national identity
Portugal
tango
Standard usage, though less culturally prominent than in Spanish-speaking regions

Related Idioms & Phrases

it takes two to tango
tango dancing
Argentine tango
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