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Mambo

Verb / ˈmɑ:mbəʊ / Another word for mambo — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Mambo is a lively Cuban dance that originated in the 1940s.

Synonyms & similar words

salsa rumba cha-cha merengue tango foxtrot jive swing waltz ballet disco hip-hop breakdancing clogging flamenco hula samba

Example sentences

  1. We had so much fun dancing the mambo at the party.
  2. My grandma and grandpa used to dance the mambo when they were young.
  3. I watched a video of professional dancers doing the mambo and it was amazing!
  4. The mambo music always makes me want to dance.
  5. My mom and dad took mambo lessons and now they can dance really well.

Quotes

  • I dance the mambo like I breathe... with joy and abandon. - Perez Prado
  • Mambo is a way of life. It's like a religion. You can't just do it and then forget about it. - Tito Puente
  • Mambo is like jazz... it's a feeling, it's a rhythm, it's something you just know. - Celia Cruz

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