The Paraguayan polka is very different from the traditional polka, mainly because the Paraguayan version combines ternary and binary rhythms, whereas the European only uses binary. The juxtaposition of the mentioned rhythms gives the peculiar sound that characterizes this style.
The Paraguayan polka's unique sound arises from its incorporation of both ternary and binary rhythms, contrasting with the European polka's reliance on binary rhythms alone.