Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rumba
noun
/ˈrʌm.bə/
Definition
Rumba is a lively, rhythmic dance with origins in Cuba, often featuring a close connection between movement and music.
Examples
- She learned to rumba at the dance studio downtown.
- The band played a rumba tune that got everyone on the floor.
- During the festival, there were performances of traditional rumba.
Meaning
The word ‘rumba’ can refer to both the dance style and the music that accompanies it, characterized by a syncopated rhythm and an upbeat tempo.
Synonyms
- dance
- music
- Latin dance
