noun
Uncommon
palo
Palo (noun) means any of the traditional rhythmic and musical forms that make up flamenco. Example: “The guitarist switched between several different palos during the set.”
noun
1
Any of the traditional rhythmic and musical forms that make up flamenco.
"The guitarist switched between several different palos during the set."
How to use palo
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA category or style within flamenco music, each with its own rhythm and mood.
Memory tip
You will mostly meet this word if you study flamenco — palos include styles like bulería and soleá.
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Word forms
- Plural
- palos
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What does “palo” mean?
The word “palo” means any of the traditional rhythmic and musical forms that make up flamenco. In plain terms, a category or style within flamenco music, each with its own rhythm and mood.
How do you use “palo” in a sentence?
Here is “palo” used in a sentence: “The guitarist switched between several different palos during the set.”
What part of speech is “palo”?
“Palo” is a noun.
Is “palo” a common word?
“Palo” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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