Spanish Conversation · Level 11
90 words
Spanish word
pasodoble
Pronunciation
IPA/pasoˈðoβle/
Meaning
- masculine nounpasodoble
Example
En la plaza bailamos un pasodoble.
We danced a pasodoble in the square.
More examples
En la radio escuché un pasodoble.
I heard a pasodoble on the radio.
Core concept
Proud marching couple in 2/4 rhythm.
Common phrases
aprender el pasodoble
learn the pasodoble
escuchar música de pasodoble
listen to pasodoble music
Similar words
baile: Moving the body to music as a social activity or staged performance.
ritmo: Pattern of musical beats that organizes timing, pulse, and accent.
música: Organized sounds from voices or instruments arranged into songs or pieces.
danza: Choreographed movement performed as an artistic dance.
Definition in Spanish
Género musical y danza española en compás de 2/4, de carácter marcial y ligado a las corridas de toros y a las fiestas populares.
Word origin
It comes from Spanish paso "step" and doble "double" and originally names a 2/4 march that becomes a partnered dance linked to bullfights and popular festivals.
Usage tips
- The article and verb signal music versus dance: el pasodoble refers to the tune, while bailar el pasodoble or the verb bailar indicates the dance.