Calypso

Pronunciation: /kəˈlɪpˌsoʊ/

Calypso (noun)

  1. A lively music style from the Caribbean with strong rhythms and simple melodies.
  2. A type of small, colorful orchid found in cool, northern forests.

Examples

  • The band played calypso at the festival.
  • Calypso music filled the air at the beach party.

Common collocations: play calypso, calypso rhythm, calypso beat, calypso orchid, rare calypso

Synonyms of Calypso

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