Jul 20, 2025
Castigada
Castigada Definition The castigada, which translates literally to “punished” or “chastised,” is one of tango’s beautiful ironies. In the dance, it is a decoration, an adorno, executed primarily by the follower. As the leader pauses, providing a moment of suspension, the follower swings their free leg around their supporting leg, allowing the free foot or ankle to brush, tap, or “punish” the…