Salsa: meaning, definitions and examples

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salsa

 

[ หˆsรฆlsษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

cooking, dance

Salsa can refer to a variety of sauces used in Mexican cuisine, usually made from tomatoes, onions, chili peppers, and various seasonings. It is often served as a dip with tortilla chips. Additionally, salsa is a popular form of dance that originated in Latin American communities, characterized by lively and rhythmic movements. The dance has different styles, such as Cuban salsa and New York salsa, each embodying unique influences and techniques.

Synonyms

dance, dip, sauce

Examples of usage

  • Can you pass the salsa for the chips?
  • They took salsa lessons to prepare for their wedding.
  • The restaurant serves a delicious homemade salsa.
  • She dances salsa every Saturday night.

Translations

Translations of the word "salsa" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น salsa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฒเคธเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Salsa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ salsa

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะฐะปัŒัะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ salsa

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ตใƒซใ‚ต

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท salsa

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ salsa

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท salsa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‚ด์‚ฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณุงู„ุณุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ salsa

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ salsa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ŽŽ่ŽŽ้…ฑ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ salsa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ salsa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะฐะปัŒัะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒแƒšแƒกแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ salsa

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ salsa

Etymology

The word 'salsa' originates from the Spanish word for 'sauce'. The culinary use of the term dates back to the late 19th century, particularly in reference to the vibrant sauces commonly found in Mexican cooking. These sauces typically include a blend of fresh tomatoes, chilies, and various spices, reflecting the rich culinary traditions of Latin America. In the context of dance, salsa emerged in the mid-20th century within the Cuban and Puerto Rican communities in New York City. It incorporated elements from various Latin dances, such as mambo and cha-cha, and evolved into the dynamic dance style known today. The cultural exchange between different Latino communities contributed significantly to the development of salsa music and dance, making it a beloved art form worldwide.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,254, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.