noun Uncommon
punta
Punta (noun) means a lively style of music and dance originating with the Garifuna people of Central America. Example: “The festival featured a live punta band.”
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A lively style of music and dance originating with the Garifuna people of Central America.
"The festival featured a live punta band."
How to use punta
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA festive Garifuna music and dance style.
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What does “punta” mean?
The word “punta” means a lively style of music and dance originating with the Garifuna people of Central America. In plain terms, a festive Garifuna music and dance style.
How do you use “punta” in a sentence?
Here is “punta” used in a sentence: “The festival featured a live punta band.”
What part of speech is “punta”?
“Punta” is a noun.
Is “punta” a common word?
“Punta” is an uncommon word in modern English.