| Portuguese | English |
|---|---|
| Capoeira \[ka-po-wei-ra] |
Capoeira \[ka-po-wei-ra] |
| Roda \[hoh-da] |
Where the game of capoeira is played by two capoeiristas. |
| Berimbau \[be-reem-baw] |
The main instrument in the Capoeira bateria. Different rodas will have a different number of berimbaus. These instruments lead the other instruments are usually played by the most senior group members. |
| Pandeiro \[pan-deh-ro] |
A percussion instrument that helps add a variety to the rhythm being played. The “R” in the “ro” of pandeiro is pronounced in the same way as the “R” in the world Capoeira. |
| Atabaque \[ah-tah-bah-kee] |
The rhythmic base of the bateria. This instrument is usually the only “drum” in the bateria and provides the foundation for the beat that is played. |
| Agogô \[ah-goh-goh] |
Similar to a cow bell. Instrument that is sometimes used in the Capoeira bateria. |
| Meia-Lua de Compasso \[meya-luwa gee com-pah-soo] |
That’s a mouthful! A foundational kick in Capoeira. Also called Rabo de Raia in other schools of Capoeira. |
| Rasteira \[has-tey-ra] |
A fundamental take down move. Your foot hooks the foot of the opponent and sweeps them. |
| Esquiva \[es-kee-va] |
Esquivas are the dodges in Capoeira. There are many esquivas. Esquiva lateral, esquiva baixa, esquiva atrais, etc. These esquivas have many different names depending on the group. |
| Jogo \[jo-goo] |
directly translates to game and refers to the game of Capoeira. |
| Floreio \[floor-eyo] |
refers to acrobatic movements in capoeira. Loosely translates to flowery movements, they are not seen as necessary to the game of Capoeira but help make it more interesting and fun. |
