pogo
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈpoʊɡoʊ/
KK: /ˈpoʊgoʊ/
noun
Definition
A type of dance from the 1970s punk rock scene where people jump up and down in place, resembling the motion of riding a pogo stick.
Example
At the concert, the crowd started to pogo to the fast-paced music.
Conversation
Have you ever tried the pogo at the fair?
No, I haven't! What is it like?
It's basically a hot dog on a stick, but it's so much fun to eat.
That sounds delicious! I need to get one next time.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
jump
dance
stick
Antonyms
stillness
calm
rest
verb
Definition
To jump up and down on a pogo stick or to dance in a style characterized by energetic jumping.
Example
The kids took turns to pogo around the park on their new pogo sticks.
Tense Forms
Past: pogoed
Past Participle: pogoed
Conversation
Have you ever tried to pogo at a concert?
Yeah, it’s such a fun way to enjoy the music!
I want to learn how to pogo on a stick too.
Root Explanation
This word originates from the 20th-century American English, meaning a type of jumping dance or movement characterized by bouncing on a pogo stick. The term 'pogo' is derived from the brand name of a popular toy that allows users to bounce up and down.
Memory Tip
Imagine bouncing up and down on a stick — that's what 'pogo' refers to, capturing the essence of this lively jumping movement.
Visually Confused Words
pongo
pogrom
apogon