Meaning of the word ska in English

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

ska

US /skɑː/
UK /skɑː/
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Noun

a music genre that originated in Jamaica in the late 1950s and was the precursor to rocksteady and reggae

Example:
Many early reggae artists started their careers playing ska.
The band's new album features a strong influence of traditional ska rhythms.