Word
paso
Phoneticspa·so
/ˈpæsoʊ/
Definition
n. a specific type of dance step or movement, often used in Spanish or Latin American styles. It can also refer to a traditional religious float carried in a parade.
n. a specific step or movement in dance, particularly within Spanish or Latin American traditions. In a religious context, it refers to an elaborate float depicting a scene from the Passion of Christ, carried during Holy Week processions.
Examples
“The dancer performed a complex paso during the performance.”
“During the Holy Week celebrations in Seville, crowds gathered to watch the heavy wooden paso being carried through the streets.”
“The choreography integrates a traditional paso with modern elements, creating a bridge between historical folk traditions and contemporary stage performance.”
Examples
simple
“The dancer performed a complex paso during the performance.”
contextual
“During the Holy Week celebrations in Seville, crowds gathered to watch the heavy wooden paso being carried through the streets.”
complex
“The choreography integrates a traditional paso with modern elements, creating a bridge between historical folk traditions and contemporary stage performance.”
Usage
Often used as a loanword from Spanish in the context of dance or religious history.