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“heel stomp” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/takoˈnaθo/

Example

El bailaor dio un taconazo para marcar el compás.

The dancer gave a heel stomp to mark the beat.

Illustration for taconazo (heel stomp)

How to say “heel stomp” in Spanish

“Heel stomp” in Spanish is taconazo.

Sharp heel strike on the floor that marks a dance's rhythm.

Full entry for taconazo: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with taconazo

Los vecinos se quejaron por un taconazo constante.

The neighbors complained about a constant heel stomp.

Tips for using taconazo

  • Common in flamenco and other Spanish dances as a loud percussive beat to mark the compás, and used outside musical contexts it can sound like a violent kick.

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