Fandango

usgb/fænˈdæŋɡəʊ/
noun

A lively Spanish dance for two people, usually performed with castanets or tambourines.

They performed a fandango under the moonlight.
Visual representation of "fandango" - A lively Spanish dance for two people, usually performed with castanets or tambourines

Often appears as...

  • perform a fandango
  • dance a fandango
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Cultural Dance

Fandango refers to a traditional Spanish dance, deeply rooted in Spain's culture.

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I'm taking classes to learn the traditional fandango.
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Musical Rhythm

The term fandango can also indicate a music piece with the same rhythm as the dance.

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The band played a piece that was a perfect accompaniment for a fandango.
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Involved Instruments

Common instruments for the fandango are castanets or tambourines.

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Her fandango performance was enhanced by the lively sound of castanets.
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