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Meaning
A party or gathering with music, dancing, and Afro-Caribbean roots. In Cuba and Puerto Rico, a "bembé" is where the body cannot stay still. It originally referred to Santería religious ceremonies with drumming and dancing, but today it describes any lively celebration with that deep Caribbean energy.
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“Last night's party was insane, we didn't stop dancing until dawn.”
“Are we going to the party they're throwing at Raúl's place this Saturday?”
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Meaning
A party or gathering with music, dancing, and Afro-Caribbean roots. In Cuba and Puerto Rico, a "bembé" is where the body cannot stay still. It originally referred to Santería religious ceremonies with drumming and dancing, but today it describes any lively celebration with that deep Caribbean energy.
Examples
“Last night's party was insane, we didn't stop dancing until dawn.”
“Are we going to the party they're throwing at Raúl's place this Saturday?”
Regional synonyms
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