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    Cuba (en. Cuba)

    /ˈku.βa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Island state of the Caribbean.
    Cuba is famous for its beaches and its music.
    Cuba es famosa por sus playas y su música.
    Capital of Cuba, the city of Havana.
    Havana is the capital and the largest city of Cuba.
    La Habana es la capital y la ciudad más grande de Cuba.
    A country that has been under a communist regime since 1959.
    The political system in Cuba has been the subject of much discussion.
    El sistema político en Cuba ha sido objeto de muchas discusiones.

    Etymology

    The name 'Cuba' comes from the Taíno term 'cubanacán', which means 'central place'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Cuba Libre
    Cocktail made with rum, cola, and lime.
    Cuba Libre
    Cuba on foot
    Reference to traveling around Cuba without using motorized transportation.
    Cuba a pie
    Living in Cuba
    Expression that refers to the experience of residing in Cuba.
    Vivir en Cuba

    Related Words

    Cubanism
    Term that refers to words or expressions specific to Cuba.
    cubanismo
    Cuban
    Related to Cuba or its inhabitants.
    cubano

    Slang Meanings

    Referring to vibrant culture.
    That party was a real Cuba, everyone was dancing!
    Esa fiesta fue un verdadero Cuba, ¡todo el mundo bailando!
    Use of the word 'Cuba' as a synonym for fun.
    We are going to have a Cuba tonight at the bar.
    Vamos a tener un Cuba esta noche en el bar.