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Mariachi - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Mariachi is a traditional Mexican musical style featuring small bands with trumpets, violins, and guitars, often dressed in charro outfits. It is lively and celebratory, commonly heard at festivals and weddings.

mariachi

/mɑriˈɑtʃi/ /mɑːriˈɑːtʃi/

Definition:

Traditional Mexican musical ensemble featuring trumpets, violins, and guitars, often with vocals.

Synonyms:

band, troupe, musical group

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

silence, soloist

Common Collocations:

mariachi band, mariachi music, mariachi singer

Derivatives:

mariachis (plural), mariachi-style

Usage Tips:

Use "mariachi" to describe the music or performers, not the instruments alone.

Common Phrases:

live mariachi, mariachi festival, mariachi serenade

Etymology:

Derived from French "mariage," referring to wedding music in 19th-century Mexico.

Examples:

  • 1. The mariachi played lively tunes at the festival.
  • 2. We hired a mariachi band for our wedding celebration.
  • 3. Her favorite part of the trip was hearing mariachi in Guadalajara.
  • 4. The restaurant featured a talented mariachi singer every Friday night.

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