calypso
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for calypso, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A style of upbeat, rhythmic music that originated in Trinidad and spread through the Caribbean.
Synonyms
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How to use calypso
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Trinidadian English, likely from the word "kaiso," possibly of West African origin; the spelling later merged with the name of the mythological nymph Calypso.
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What does “calypso” mean?
The word “calypso” means a style of upbeat, rhythmic music that originated in Trinidad and spread through the Caribbean. In plain terms, a lively Caribbean musical style, often with witty or topical lyrics.
How do you pronounce “calypso”?
“Calypso” is pronounced kuh-LIHP-soh (/kəˈlɪp.soʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “calypso” in a sentence?
Here is “calypso” used in a sentence: “A steel band played calypso on the beach all afternoon.”
What part of speech is “calypso”?
Depending on how it is used, “calypso” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “calypso” have?
“Calypso” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a style of upbeat, rhythmic music that originated in Trinidad and spread through the Caribbean.