word
Spanish
flamenco
fluh-MEN-koh
fləˈmɛŋkoʊListen
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Syllable breakdown
flamenco
Sounds like
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Dictionary meaning
A style of Spanish dance with clapping, rhythmic footwork, and expressive arm movements.
History and origin
Spanish — possibly from 'Flamengo' (Flemish), or related to Arabic 'fellah mengu'.
Examples
- The passionate flamenco performance in the small Seville taberna was unforgettable.
Common mispronunciations
FLAH-men-kohflam-EN-koh
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