fiesta
4 synonyms for fiesta, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A festive celebration or party, especially one with cultural or religious roots in Spanish-speaking traditions.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use fiesta
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
throw a fiesta
street fiesta
Etymology
Borrowed from Spanish fiesta, from Latin festum ("feast") — a doublet of the English words "feast" and "fete."
Full origin of fiesta →Frequently asked questions
What does “fiesta” mean?
The word “fiesta” means a festive celebration or party, especially one with cultural or religious roots in Spanish-speaking traditions. In plain terms, a lively festival or party, often with music, food, and dancing.
How do you pronounce “fiesta”?
“Fiesta” is pronounced fih-EHS-tuh (/fiˈɛstə/ in IPA).
How do you use “fiesta” in a sentence?
Here is “fiesta” used in a sentence: “The whole town turned out for the annual fiesta.”
What part of speech is “fiesta”?
“Fiesta” is a noun.
Where does the word “fiesta” come from?
The word “fiesta” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Spanish fiesta, from Latin festum ("feast") — a doublet of the English words "feast" and "fete.".
Is “fiesta” a common word?
“Fiesta” is an uncommon word in modern English.
