Samba (en. Samba)

ˈsæmbə

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of dance and music from Brazil often featured in festivals and carnivals.
Samba is a key part of the Carnival in Brazil.
Ang samba ay isang pangunahing bahagi ng Carnival sa Brazil.
A music style characterized by Afro-Brazilian rhythms.
The instruments used in samba include the pandeiro and cuíca.
Ang mga instrumentong ginagamit sa samba ay kasali ang pandeiro at cuíca.
A form of cultural expression involving dance, singing, and playing instruments.
In samba, people often have joyous celebrations in the streets.
Sa samba, ang mga tao ay madalas na nagkakaroon ng masayang pagdiriwang sa mga kalye.

Etymology

From the Portuguese word meaning 'to move' or 'to dance'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Let's samba!
Come and dance!
Samba na!

Related Words

bossa nova
A genre of music derived from samba with a softer sound.
bossa nova

Slang Meanings

Super happy or joy
The party was so fun, we were all just sambaing around!
Ang saya talaga ng party, parang ang sambang sambang namin!
Samba place or activity with fun
Come on, join the samba in the plaza later!
Tara na, sumama ka sa samba sa plaza mamaya!