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pinata

 

[ piˈnɑːtə ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

party game

A piñata is a brightly decorated container, often made of papier-mâché, typically filled with candy and toys. It is hung from a height and participants take turns trying to break it open with a stick while blindfolded. Once broken, the contents spill out, and participants scramble to collect the goodies.

Synonyms

candy-filled container, party decoration

Examples of usage

  • The children took turns hitting the piñata at the birthday party.
  • Breaking the piñata is always the highlight of our celebrations.
  • We filled the piñata with chocolates and small toys.
  • The piñata fell to the ground, bursting with treats.

Translations

Translations of the word "pinata" in other languages:

🇵🇹 piñata

🇮🇳 पिनाटा

🇩🇪 Pinata

🇮🇩 pinata

🇺🇦 піньята

🇵🇱 piniata

🇯🇵 ピニャータ

🇫🇷 piñata

🇪🇸 piñata

🇹🇷 pinata

🇰🇷 피냐타

🇸🇦 بيناتا

🇨🇿 pinata

🇸🇰 pinata

🇨🇳 皮纳塔

🇸🇮 pinata

🇮🇸 pinata

🇰🇿 пиньята

🇬🇪 პინიათა

🇦🇿 pinata

🇲🇽 piñata

Etymology

The word 'piñata' comes from the Spanish language, which itself derives from the Italian word 'pignatta,' meaning 'pot.' This term originally referred to a clay pot that was filled with treats and decorated for festivities. Piñatas were traditionally used in Mesoamerican cultures, where they served as ceremonial objects during various celebrations. When the Spanish colonized the Americas, they introduced these customs to new regions, and piñatas evolved in form and popularity. Today, they are commonly associated with children's birthday parties and festive occasions, becoming an emblem of fun and play. The transition of piñatas from sacred rituals to entertainment exemplifies cultural adaptation and blending, illustrating how traditions can evolve significantly over time.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,831, 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.