Smart Definition
Etymology
Pronunciation
comparsa
carnival troupe
con-
with
+
parse
to analyze or break down
Comparsa means carnival troupe. Think of it as con-0 (with0) + parse1. A carnival troupe is a group that comes together (with0) to analyze1 and break down the elements of carnival performance.
noun
  1. carnival troupe
    A group of people in costume who participate in a carnival or parade
    La comparsa desfiló por las calles durante el carnaval. // The carnival troupe paraded through the streets during the carnival.
  2. extra
    A person who plays a minor or supporting role
    Él comenzó su carrera como comparsa en películas de bajo presupuesto. // He started his career as an extra in low-budget films.