The merengue
Example: We danced all night to the lively merengue music.
Definition
"The merengue" is a style of lively, rhythmic music and dance originating from the Dominican Republic, characterized by a quick 2/4 beat and often accompanied by instruments like accordion, saxophone, and percussion. It is popular for social dancing and festive occasions.
Etymology
The term "the merengue" likely originates from the Spanish word 'merengue,' which may have African and European influences. Did you know? Some say the name comes from the light, fluffy dessert 'meringue' due to the dance's light and airy steps, though this is debated among historians.
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"The merengue" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (B1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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