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10 Language-to-English DictionariesSalsa
Pronunciation / Transliteration: Salsa
"Er liebt es, Salsa zu tanzen, besonders in den Sommernächten."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A type of Latin American dance characterized by lively, rhythmic movements.
"She took salsa lessons to improve her dancing skills for the upcoming competition." - 2
A spicy sauce made from tomatoes, peppers, onions, and various seasonings, commonly used in Mexican cuisine.
"He served the tacos with a side of fresh salsa for added flavor."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'salsa' originates from the Spanish word for 'sauce', which itself comes from the Latin 'salsus', meaning 'salted'. The word evolved in the 20th century to refer to a lively Latin dance and music genre, reflecting its cultural roots in Latin America.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Salsa" is said worldwide
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salsa
Transliteration: salsa
"Elle a appris à danser la salsa lors de ses cours de danse."
Salsa
Transliteration: Salsa
"Er liebt es, Salsa zu tanzen, besonders in den Sommernächten."
salsa
Transliteration: salsa
"La salsa è un elemento fondamentale della cucina messicana."
salsa
Transliteration: salsa
"Ella baila salsa en cada fiesta que asiste."
salsa
Transliteration: salsa
"Ele preparou uma deliciosa salsa para acompanhar os nachos."
साल्सा
Transliteration: sālsā
"वह साल्सा डांस सीख रही है।"
萨尔萨
Transliteration: sà ěr sà
"她在舞会上跳萨尔萨舞。"
살사
Transliteration: salsa
"그녀는 살사 춤을 배우고 있습니다."
サルサ
Transliteration: sarusa
"彼女はサルサを踊るのが好きです。"
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