Lambada: meaning, definitions and examples

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lambada

 

[ lรฆmหˆbษ‘หdษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

dance style

Lambada is a Brazilian partner dance that originated in the Caribbean in the 1980s and became popular worldwide in the late 1980s. It is characterized by its rhythmic movements and vibrant music, often performed to fast-paced songs. The dance emphasizes body movement and is typically danced in pairs, making it a lively and engaging social activity. The lambada is often associated with feelings of joy and sensuality.

Synonyms

brazilian dance, dance, swing

Examples of usage

  • They danced the lambada at the festival.
  • She learned how to do the lambada during her trip to Brazil.
  • The lambada is a popular choice for wedding dances.
  • He taught his friends the lambada at the beach party.

Translations

Translations of the word "lambada" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น lambada

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเค‚เคฌเคกเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Lambada

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lambada

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปะฐะผะฑะฐะดะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ lambada

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฉใƒณใƒใƒผใƒ€

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท lambada

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ lambada

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท lambada

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋žŒ๋ฐ”๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู„ุงู…ุจุงุฏุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lambada

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ lambada

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ…ฐๅทด่พพ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ lambada

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lambada

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะปะฐะผะฑะฐะดะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒแƒ›แƒ‘แƒแƒ“แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lambada

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ lambada

Etymology

The term 'lambada' comes from the Portuguese word 'lambada', which means 'a stroke' or 'a hit'. The dance is said to have roots in traditional Brazilian folk dances, combined with influences from Caribbean styles, particularly those related to the merengue and salsa. The lambada gained international fame in the late 1980s and early 1990s due to its catchy music and visually appealing dance style. One of the most famous songs associated with lambada, 'Lambada (Chorando Se Foi)', performed by the group Kaoma, played a significant role in popularizing the dance across the globe. The lambada is not only a dance but a symbol of the Brazilian culture that embraces rhythm, movement, and passion for life.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #42,765, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.