El bis



Example: El bis fue muy esperado después del concierto principal.

Definition


"El bis" in music refers to an encore performance, an additional piece or pieces played after the main concert has concluded, usually in response to the audience's applause and desire for more music.

Translations


  • encore
  • de toegift
  • l'estrena
  • le rappel
  • die Zugabe

Etymology


The term "el bis" comes from the Latin word 'bis,' meaning 'twice' or 'again.' It entered Spanish to describe the practice of repeating or adding an extra performance after the main event, reflecting the idea of doing something once more.

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