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Noun — A style of fast, trance-like electronic dance music built on droning basslines and shifting, hypnotic beats, first popularized at beach parties in Goa, India, in the late 1980s.

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Etymology

Named after Goa, the Indian state where this style of trance music took shape among travellers and DJs in the late 1980s.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Goa” mean?

The word “Goa” means a style of fast, trance-like electronic dance music built on droning basslines and shifting, hypnotic beats, first popularized at beach parties in Goa, India, in the late 1980s. In plain terms, a pulsing, hypnotic style of electronic dance music that grew out of beach parties in Goa, India.

How do you pronounce “Goa”?

“Goa” is pronounced GOH-uh (/ˈɡoʊə/ in IPA).

How do you use “Goa” in a sentence?

Here is “Goa” used in a sentence: “The festival's late-night stage was reserved for goa and psytrance DJs.”

What part of speech is “Goa”?

“Goa” is a noun.

Where does the word “Goa” come from?

The word “Goa” dates back to around 1980. Named after Goa, the Indian state where this style of trance music took shape among travellers and DJs in the late 1980s.

Is “Goa” a common word?

“Goa” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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