samba
|sam-ba|
B1
/ˈsæmbə/
lively dance
Etymology
Etymology Information
'samba' originates from Portuguese, specifically the word 'samba', which is derived from the African Bantu word 'semba', meaning 'invitation to dance'.
Historical Evolution
'samba' was adopted into English from Portuguese, maintaining its original form and meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'invitation to dance', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a specific dance style.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/06/23 01:06