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Meaning of jaleo | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B1
/hɑːˈleɪəʊ/

Definitions

  1. A lively Andalusian dance.
  2. The clapping that accompanies it.

Examples

“The jaleo is a necessary and intricate component of flamenco. It usually serves as an accompaniment and encouragement for flamenco's other components, but I have also heard cuadros perform the jaleo very effectively as a solo number.”

CEFR level

B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.

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