This is the 9156th most frequent Spanish word.
zarabanda
"Zarabanda" is a lively Spanish dance from the 16th and 17th centuries, often accompanied by music, or a chaotic commotion.
Here, 'zarabanda' refers to a type of traditional dance.
La zarabanda es un antiguo baile español.
The zarabanda is an ancient Spanish dance.
In this usage, 'zarabanda' metaphorically conveys a chaotic or lively commotion.
¡Qué zarabanda se armó en la fiesta anoche!
What an uproar there was at the party last night!
Here, 'zarabanda' refers to a specific musical piece named after the dance.