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Contents
Part of Speech
Proper Noun
Pronunciation
Description
- Merengue, as a genre of music it refers to a clear, consistent beat which can be counted in beats of four. This then allows for the simplicity of dance where merengue basics include side by side movement.
- However, Merengue can also translate to mean "meringue".
Usage
It refers to a Latin genre of music as well as dance. Anyone can use it is not restricted.
Example Sentence
- That new Merengue song by Elvis Crespo is great.
- I don't really like the taste of merengues.
Note: In order to convey the different interpretations of the word the example sentence uses code switching between Spanish and English.
Etymology
Merengue comes from the Dominican Republic and was at first seen as controversial coming from the lower class and Afro-dominican origins. [1] However, it wasn’t until the 1930s when dictator Rafael Trujillo used Merengue for his presidential campaign that it started to gain popularity within all classes in the country. [2] It has eventually lead to popularity throughout the Latino culture.
