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paso doble

/ˈpæsəʊ ˈdəʊbleɪ/

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/ˈpæsəʊ ˈdəʊbleɪ/formalart
  • ruОживленный, драматичный бальный танец испанского происхождения, обычно исполняемый в размере 2/4, часто изображающий бой быков. Также относится к музыке, сопровождающей этот танец.

A lively, dramatic ballroom dance of Spanish origin, typically performed in 2/4 time, often depicting a bullfight. Also refers to the music accompanying this dance.

  1. B2formal

    A lively, fast-paced Spanish dance in duple time, often performed at ballroom competitions.

    ruИспанский танец

    • The couple performed a dramatic paso doble at the competition.
    • Paso doble is one of the most energetic ballroom dances.
    • She practiced the paso doble for months before the show.
  2. Music genreB2formal

    The music that accompanies the paso doble dance, typically with a strong, marching rhythm.

    ruМузыкальный жанр

    • The band played a traditional paso doble for the dancers.
    • Paso doble music often features trumpets and drums.
    • He composed a new paso doble for the festival.