De funk
Example: De funk heeft een aanstekelijke ritme die iedereen laat dansen.
Definition
"De funk" is a music genre characterized by a strong rhythmic groove, often driven by bass and drums, that creates an infectious beat encouraging people to dance. It combines elements of soul, jazz, and R&B with a focus on groove and rhythm.
Etymology
The term "de funk" derives from the English word 'funk,' which originally referred to a strong, earthy smell but evolved in the 1960s to describe a style of music with a distinctive rhythmic feel. Did you know? The word 'funk' in music captures the raw and expressive nature of the genre.
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"De funk" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (B1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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