funk

• Substantivo que designa um estilo musical caracterizado por uma linha de baixo forte e padrões de bateria sincopados, surgido nas comunidades afro-americanas na década de 1960. No Brasil, também se refere a um gênero de música eletrônica dançante derivado do freestyle, com batidas aceleradas e vocais repetitivos.

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.

   Depressão

   • 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.

   Sinônimosblue funkdepressiondoldrumsgloommelancholymopesulksulkiness

   Antônimoscheerfulnesscontentmenthappinessjoy

• Verbo informal que significa ter medo ou evitar algo por receio ou falta de coragem.

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.

   Fugir de uma obrigação

   • 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.

   Sinônimosback outbalkchicken outcowerdodgeduckevadeflinchquailrecoilshirkshrinksidestep

   Antônimosbraveconfrontdarefacemeet

2. To be afraid or intimidatedC1informalbritish

   To be overcome with fear or nervousness.

   Ficar com medo

   • 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.

   Sinônimosblenchcowerflinchquailrecoilshrink

   Antônimosbraveconfrontface