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Definition of ginga in English: ginganoun ˈ(d)ʒɪŋɡə The fundamental swaying movement of the Brazilian capoeira, characterized by a continuous, flowing movement backwards and forwards and from side to side, allowing the participant the maximum opportunity for defence or unpredictable attack. In extended use: any movement characterized by this kind of free-flowing, rhythmic, graceful style.
Origin 1970s. From Portuguese ginga from gingar to sway, to bob, of unknown origin. Definition of ginga in US English: ginganounˈ(d)ʒɪŋɡə The fundamental swaying movement of the Brazilian capoeira, characterized by a continuous, flowing movement backwards and forwards and from side to side, allowing the participant the maximum opportunity for defence or unpredictable attack. In extended use: any movement characterized by this kind of free-flowing, rhythmic, graceful style.
Origin 1970s. From Portuguese ginga from gingar to sway, to bob, of unknown origin. |