funk

• Funk ist ein Musikstil, der sich durch eine starke, synkopierte Basslinie und markante Schlagzeugrhythmen auszeichnet und in den 1960er Jahren in afroamerikanischen Gemeinschaften entstand. Der Begriff kann auch eine bestimmte Atmosphäre oder Energie in der Musik bezeichnen.

A noun referring to a style of music characterized by a strong rhythmic bass line and syncopated drum patterns, originating from African American communities in the 1960s.

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1. Music genreB1informal

   A style of popular dance music with a strong bass line and syncopated rhythm, originating from African American culture.

   Funk

   • James Brown is considered the godfather of funk.
   • The band played a mix of funk and soul at the club.
   • Funk music makes you want to dance.

2. State of depression or fearB2informal

   A state of depression, anxiety, or being in a bad mood.

   Bedrücktheit

   • He's been in a funk ever since he lost his job.
   • She snapped out of her funk after a good night's sleep.
   • Don't let a minor setback put you in a funk.

   Synonymeblue funkdepressiondoldrumsgloommelancholymopesulksulkiness

   Antonymecheerfulnesscontentmenthappinessjoy

• Deutsches Verb, das bedeutet, aus Angst oder Feigheit etwas zu vermeiden oder sich nicht zu trauen; auch: in Panik geraten oder kneifen.

A verb meaning to be afraid of or to avoid doing something due to fear or lack of courage.

1. To avoid or back outC1informalbritish

   To avoid doing something because of fear or lack of courage.

   Sich drücken

   • He funked the exam because he hadn't studied.
   • She funked the interview at the last minute.
   • Don't funk the challenge; face it head on.

   Synonymeback outbalkchicken outcowerdodgeduckevadeflinchquailrecoilshirkshrinksidestep

   Antonymebraveconfrontdarefacemeet

2. To be afraid or intimidatedC1informalbritish

   To be overcome with fear or nervousness.

   Angst bekommen

   • He funked at the thought of speaking in public.
   • The team funked when they saw the size of their opponents.
   • She funked the jump and stayed on the ground.

   Synonymeblenchcowerflinchquailrecoilshrink

   Antonymebraveconfrontface