It Takes Two to Tango

It Takes Two To Tango

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“Tango” is a complex style of dance that developed in South America.

It Takes Two to Tango

Maybe Anna wants Jonathan to dance with her?

Did you see that baseball game last night?

I did.

I couldn’t believe how the pitcher yelled at the umpire!

The pitcher?

The umpire is the one how made the terrible call!

Well, it takes two to tango, Anna.

I guess they’re both wrong.

Two pepole dance the tango togather.

The phrase “It takes two to tango” refers to situations that two pepole or groups have created and should take responsibility for.

The phrase was made popular from a 1950s song, “Take Two to Tango”.

And that’s English in a Minute!