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Rumba: meaning, definitions and examples

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rumba

 

[ หˆrสŒmbษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

dance form

Rumba is a lively, rhythmical dance that originated in Cuba. It is characterized by its smooth movements and syncopated rhythms. The dance is commonly performed in a 4/4 time signature and includes intricate footwork and hip movements. Rumba is often associated with romantic music and is a popular choice in ballroom dance competitions.

Synonyms

Latin dance, ballroom dance, dance

Examples of usage

  • They took a Rumba class together.
  • The performance featured a beautiful Rumba.
  • He dances the Rumba with great passion.
  • Rumba music filled the dance floor.
  • She loves to listen to Rumba when relaxing.

Translations

Translations of the word "rumba" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น rumba

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฐเฅเคฎเฅเคฌเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Rumba

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ rumba

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ัƒะผะฑะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ rumba

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒซใƒณใƒ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rumba

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ rumba

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท rumba

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฃธ๋ฐ”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑูˆู…ุจุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rumba

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ rumba

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไผฆๅทด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ rumba

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ rumba

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั€ัƒะผะฑะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ แƒฃแƒ›แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rumba

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ rumba

Etymology

The term 'rumba' has its origins in the Spanish word 'rumba', which denotes a party or a lively gathering. The dance itself evolved from Afro-Cuban musical forms and has roots in the African social dances brought to Cuba by enslaved people. In the late 19th century, the rumba dance began to take shape in Havana and Matanzas, evolving from different styles such as son and bolero. By the early 20th century, rumba gained popularity beyond Cuba, especially in the United States, where it became a staple in ballroom dance. The rhythmic patterns and musical characteristics of rumba have influenced many other dance and music genres, making it an essential part of the Latin dance repertoire. Over the years, various styles of rumba have emerged, including the Cuban rumba and the ballroom rumba, each with its unique flair.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,441, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.