Fiesta

fiˈestə

Meaning & Definition

noun
A celebration or festival, especially a traditional or religious one in Spanish-speaking countries.
The town's annual fiesta attracted visitors from all over the region.
A party or gathering for celebration, often characterized by food, music, and dancing.
We threw a fiesta for her birthday, complete with tacos and a mariachi band.
A lively or festive atmosphere.
The streets were filled with a fiesta spirit during the national holiday.

Etymology

From Spanish, literally meaning 'feast'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fiesta time:
A time designated for celebration and fun.
fiesta forever:
A phrase expressing the desire to always celebrate.
fiesta like there's no mañana:
To celebrate without worry for the future.

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Slang Meanings

Party hard
We're going to fiesta hard this weekend!
Casual gathering with friends
Let’s have a little fiesta at my place tonight.