beguine

• 指一种起源于法属西印度群岛的交谊舞，类似伦巴；也指以博莱罗节奏为特征的这种舞蹈音乐。

A noun referring to a ballroom dance that originated in the French West Indies, similar to the rumba, or the music written in its characteristic bolero rhythm.

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   A ballroom dance that originated in the French West Indies, similar to the rumba.

   贝甘舞

   • They performed a lively beguine at the dance competition.
   • The beguine has a distinctive rhythm that is easy to follow.
   • She learned the steps of the beguine during her trip to Martinique.

2. B2formalart

   Music written in the bolero rhythm of the beguine dance.

   比津舞曲

   • The orchestra played a beautiful beguine for the audience.
   • Cole Porter's 'Begin the Beguine' is a famous example of this musical style.
   • The beguine's tempo is slower than a traditional rumba.