noun
Zumba
ZOOM-buh
noun
1
A branded fitness workout that mixes Latin American dance moves with aerobic exercise, usually done in a group class to upbeat music.
"She goes to a Zumba class twice a week to stay in shape."
"The gym added a Zumba session on Saturday mornings."
How to Use Zumba
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA dance-based cardio workout class, popular in gyms worldwide, built around Latin rhythms like salsa and reggaeton.
Common pairings
Zumba class
Zumba instructor
do Zumba
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Etymology
A trademarked name created in the 1990s by Colombian dance instructor Beto Pérez. He originally wanted to call the workout "rumba," but that name was already taken by the Cuban music style, so he settled on the invented, similar-sounding "Zumba" instead.