samba
der Samba, die Sambas
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samba
A lively dance originating in Brazil, performed in a fast 2/4 time, usually with characteristic hip movements.
Die Samba wurde von den Tänzern mit großer Energie vorgeführt.
The samba was performed with great energy by the dancers.
samba
A Brazilian musical genre and the music to which samba is danced. It is often characterized by drums and other rhythm instruments.
Die Samba aus den Lautsprechern brachte alle Gäste zum Tanzen.
The samba coming from the speakers got all the guests dancing.
| gender | feminine die |
|---|---|
| plural | die Sambas |
| genitive | des Sambas |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | der Samba | die Sambas |
| accusative | den Samba | die Sambas |
| dative | dem Samba | den Sambas |
| genitive | des Sambas der Samba | der Sambas |
The article changes with the case; it is shown in colour.
You can often tell whether 'Samba' (samba) refers to the dance or the music from the verb and the situation: movements, steps, or performances indicate the dance; listening, drumming, or music sounding indicate the music.
Die Samba wurde im Tanzkurs Schritt für Schritt geübt.
The samba was practiced step by step in the dance class.
Die Samba erklang laut aus den Lautsprechern.
The samba played loudly through the speakers.
When referring to the dance, 'Samba' (samba) is often used with verbs such as 'tanzen' (to dance), 'lernen' (to learn), 'üben' (to practice), and 'aufführen' (to perform).
Die Gruppe übte die Samba mehrere Wochen für das Stadtfest.
The group practiced the samba for several weeks for the town festival.
When referring to the music, 'Samba' (samba) is often combined with verbs such as 'spielen' (to play), 'hören' (to listen to), 'erklingen' (to sound), and 'rhythmisch begleiten' (to provide rhythmic accompaniment).
Die Samba wurde von einer kleinen Band live gespielt.
The samba was played live by a small band.
