rumba
1 synonym for rumba, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A lively Cuban dance with partners, danced to a slow 4-beat rhythm.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
rhumba
How to use rumba
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
dance the rumba
rumba lessons
Etymology
Borrowed directly from Spanish rumba.
Full origin of rumba →Frequently asked questions
What does “rumba” mean?
The word “rumba” means a lively Cuban dance with partners, danced to a slow 4-beat rhythm. In plain terms, a Cuban-origin partner dance, also common as a category in ballroom dancing.
How do you pronounce “rumba”?
“Rumba” is pronounced RUUM-buh (/ˈɹʊmbə/ in IPA).
How do you use “rumba” in a sentence?
Here is “rumba” used in a sentence: “They took lessons to learn the rumba before the wedding.”
What part of speech is “rumba”?
“Rumba” is a noun.
Where does the word “rumba” come from?
The word “rumba” comes from Spanish. Borrowed directly from Spanish rumba.
