folklorico
Americannoun
adjective
Etymology
Origin of folklorico
First recorded in 1940–45; from Spanish folklórico “folkloristic, folk” (adjective), equivalent to folklor(e) (from English ) + -ico adjective suffix; see -ic
Example Sentences
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Aztec dancers and some ballet folklorico at Placita Olvera.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2024
Victoria Hinojosa has been a Special Heart for about three years and is the center of the group’s ballet folklorico performances, plays the guitar and takes art classes.
From Seattle Times ● May 27, 2024
Disneyland is packed with lots of holiday festivities, but California Adventure Park also has its share, including the high-energy Viva Navidad Street Party, with mariachi musicians and folklorico and samba dancers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 6, 2021
Even today, she spends a few hours working there, calling potential donors to help support the folklorico group.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 28, 2018
She always saw folklorico as a way to further Latino celebration and uplift children.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 28, 2018
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