el contoneo
sway
Movimiento suave y rítmico del cuerpo al andar o bailar, que muestra soltura o gracia.
Word: contoneo
Explanation:
"Contoneo" is a Spanish noun that refers to the movement or act of swaying, especially of the hips or the body, often in a sensual or rhythmic manner. It describes a smooth, sinuous motion, often associated with confident or flirtatious walking or dancing.
Parts:
- Derived from the verb "contonear", which means "to sway" or "to swing the hips" in a suggestive or rhythmic way.
- The suffix "-eo" denotes a noun form typically indicating an action or effect.
Meaning(s):
- The act or way of swaying or swinging the body, especially the hips.
- A style of movement characterized by elegance or provocativeness in walking or dancing.
Synonyms:
- Vaivén (swaying, rocking)
- Movimiento (movement)
- Balanceo (balancing, swaying)
- Coqueteo (flirtation, when the contoneo is flirtatious)
Antonyms:
- Rigidez (rigidity)
- Inmovilidad (immobility)
- Quietud (stillness)
Example:
"La modelo llamó la atención con su contoneo en la pasarela."
(The model caught attention with her swaying on the runway.)
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Examples
El contoneo de la bailarina llamó la atención de todos.noun
The sway of the dancer caught everyone's attention.
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