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tango

UK
/ˈtæŋɡəʊ/
US
/ˈtæŋɡoʊ/

Translations

tangonoun
tangos
pl
UK
/ˈtæŋɡəʊ/
US
/ˈtæŋɡoʊ/
They danced a passionate tango at the competition.
Они танцевали страстное танго на соревновании.
Synonyms
ballroom dance
couple dance
social dance
dance
tangoverb
tangoed
Past Simple
tangoed
Past Participle
tangoing
Gerund
UK
/ˈtæŋɡəʊ/
US
/ˈtæŋɡoʊ/
танцевать танго
They decided to tango at the dance competition.
Они решили танцевать танго на танцевальном конкурсе.
Additional translations
постукивать
Synonyms
step
move
sway
dance
tangoadjective
Used attributively to modify another noun, relating to the tango dance or its music.
Synonyms
tango-style
tango-like
tangolike
Argentine
Argentinian
dance-related
sensual
passionate
rhythmic
seductive

Definitions

tangonoun
A ballroom dance originating from Argentina, characterized by marked rhythms and postures and abrupt pauses.
The couple performed a passionate tango that captivated the audience.
A piece of music composed for or in the style of this dance.
The orchestra played a lively tango that got everyone on their feet.
The code word representing the letter “T” in the NATO phonetic alphabet.
The air-traffic controller heard the pilot say “Tango” to indicate the letter T.
tangoverb
To dance the tango, a ballroom dance originating from Argentina characterized by marked rhythms and postures.
They decided to tango across the dance floor, impressing everyone with their skill.
To move or act in a way that involves cooperation or coordination with another person.
In order to complete the project successfully, both departments will need to tango.
tangoadjective
Relating to, characteristic of, or suitable for the tango dance or its music.
The band played a set of tango tunes to open the festival.
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