Powwow: meaning, definitions and examples
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powwow
[ ˈpaʊˌwaʊ ]
Native American culture
A powwow is a Native American gathering that involves feasting, singing, and dancing. It is a celebration of culture and heritage, where people come together to socialize, reconnect with their roots, and honor their traditions.
Synonyms
celebration, festival, gathering
Examples of usage
- The powwow featured traditional drumming and dancing.
- Many tribes attend the annual powwow to showcase their unique customs.
- The powwow is a time for Native Americans to come together and share stories.
Translations
Translations of the word "powwow" in other languages:
🇵🇹 reunião
- conferência
- encontro
🇮🇳 सभा
🇩🇪 Treffen
- Konferenz
- Versammlung
🇮🇩 pertemuan
🇺🇦 зібрання
- конференція
- зустріч
🇵🇱 spotkanie
🇯🇵 集会 (しゅうかい)
🇫🇷 réunion
🇪🇸 reunión
🇹🇷 toplantı
🇰🇷 모임
🇸🇦 اجتماع
🇨🇿 setkání
🇸🇰 stretnutie
🇨🇳 会议 (huìyì)
🇸🇮 srečanje
🇮🇸 fundur
🇰🇿 жиналыс
- конференция
- кездесу
🇬🇪 შეხვედრა
🇦🇿 görüş
🇲🇽 reunión
Word origin
The word 'powwow' originated from the Narragansett word 'powwaw,' meaning shaman or spiritual leader. It was later adopted by English settlers to refer to a Native American gathering. Powwows have been an integral part of Native American culture for centuries, serving as a way to preserve traditions and foster community connections.