Meaning of duende | Babel Free

Definitions

1. A small, mischievous humanoid creature in Iberian (Spanish/Portuguese), Latin American, and Philippine folklore/mythology; an imp.
   countable, uncountable
2. Heightened inspiration or passion, especially in flamenco.
   countable, uncountable
3. Personal charm.
   countable, uncountable

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Examples

“For quotations using this term, see Citations:duende.”

“The duende is a momentary burst of inspiration, the blush of all that is truly alive, all that the performer is creating at a certain moment.”

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