Cultural Expressions

noun a Spanish word for friend

• I met my amigo for a business lunch to discuss the new project.
• Hey amigo, wanna grab a drink later?
• Me and my amigos are planning a road trip next weekend.
• The sun is setting, amigo, it's time to head back home.

noun a hairstyle characterized by tightly curled or twisted hair

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• The frosty wind caused the pond to fro over with a thin layer of ice.
• I can't wait for winter so we can go frolicking in the fro again.
• Let's hit the slopes and catch some sick fro on our snowboards!
• His ideas were so innovative, they were like a breath of fresh fro in the stale industry.

noun a particular language or set of words used by a specific group of people

adjective relating to or characteristic of a particular language or set of words

• It is important to be familiar with the technical lingo when discussing complex topics.
• I had trouble understanding all the medical lingo the doctor was using.
• I couldn't follow the lingo they were using at the skate park.
• Learning a new language can feel like deciphering a whole new lingo.

noun A short, well-known saying that expresses a common truth or piece of advice.

• The proverb 'actions speak louder than words' emphasizes the importance of deeds over mere promises.
• My grandma always says the proverb 'a penny saved is a penny earned' whenever I spend money unnecessarily.
• You know what they say, 'ain't no use crying over spilled milk' - that's the proverb for ya.
• The proverb 'the early bird catches the worm' is a reminder to seize opportunities as soon as they arise.

verb to howl or wail in a high-pitched voice, often in a rhythmic way

• During the traditional ceremony, the women began to ululate in celebration.
• I heard someone ululate loudly at the concert last night.
• The fans started to ululate when their team scored a goal.
• The sirens began to ululate as the storm approached.

noun a type of sentimental Brazilian song or ballad

• The modinha is a genre of Brazilian music that originated in the 18th century.
• Let's listen to some modinha music while we relax.
• I love the modinha vibes, they always put me in a good mood.
• Her speech was like a modinha, sweet and soothing to the ears.

noun a saying or proverb that embodies a general truth or piece of advice

• The adagy 'actions speak louder than words' emphasizes the importance of behavior over mere promises.
• My grandma always used to say the adagy 'a penny saved is a penny earned' whenever I spent money unnecessarily.
• I live by the adagy 'YOLO' which stands for 'you only live once'.
• The adagy 'time heals all wounds' suggests that with time, emotional pain will eventually fade away.

noun a style of music incorporating elements of West African musical styles such as fuji and highlife with American funk and jazz influences, featuring complex rhythms and percussion

• Afrobeat is a genre of music that originated in West Africa in the late 1960s.
• I love dancing to afrobeat music at parties.
• Have you heard that new afrobeat track? It's fire!
• The rhythm of afrobeat pulsates through the crowded streets, creating a vibrant energy.