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canasta

 

[ kəˈnæstə ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

card game

Canasta is a card game of the Rummy family of games played with two decks of cards. The goal of the game is to create melds of seven cards of the same rank. It is typically played by four players in two partnerships, but can also be played with two or three players.

Synonyms

card game

Examples of usage

  • We played Canasta all night with friends.
  • Canasta requires strategy and teamwork.
  • They decided to learn Canasta during quarantine.
  • She won the Canasta tournament last year.

Translations

Translations of the word "canasta" in other languages:

🇵🇹 canastra

🇮🇳 कनास्टा

🇩🇪 Canasta

🇮🇩 canasta

🇺🇦 канаста

🇵🇱 canasta

🇯🇵 カナスタ

🇫🇷 canasta

🇪🇸 canasta

🇹🇷 canasta

🇰🇷 카나스타

🇸🇦 كانيستا

🇨🇿 canasta

🇸🇰 canasta

🇨🇳 卡纳斯塔

🇸🇮 canasta

🇮🇸 canasta

🇰🇿 канаста

🇬🇪 კანასტა

🇦🇿 canasta

🇲🇽 canasta

Etymology

The word 'canasta' comes from the Spanish word for 'basket', which reflects the game's origin. It was developed in Uruguay in the 1940s and quickly spread to other parts of South America and the United States. The game was created by a combination of traditional Rummy card games and has roots in multiple cultures' gaming customs. Originally, it was played with a single deck of cards, but with its popularity, it evolved to use two decks, making it more complex and engaging. The social aspect of the game, combined with its strategic depth, led to its rise in popularity, especially among families and friendship circles, becoming a classic pastime.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,032, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.