Meaning of the word rumba in English

What does rumba mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

rumba

US /ˈrʌm.bə/
UK /ˈrʌm.bə/
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Noun

a rhythmic dance with Spanish and African elements, originating in Cuba, characterized by a swaying of the hips and a shuffling of the feet.

Example:
They danced the rumba with passion and grace.
The band played a lively rumba tune.

Verb

dance the rumba.

Example:
They learned to rumba at the dance studio.
Let's rumba all night long!