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1. Kumina


English Translation

Dance


Definition

A spiritual dance of African origin


Example Sentences

Patois: Dem do kumina fi call di ancestors.
English: They perform the spiritual dance to call the ancestors.


Related Words

Obeah , Tie , Obeah man , Balm yard ,



posted by anonymous on June 2, 2024


2. Kumina (Noun)


Definition

An ancestor cult worship of Bantu origin. Very popular in Jamaica.


Example Sentences

Patois: Yuh deh guh a di Kumina performance layta?
English: Are you going to the Kumina performance later?



posted by anonymous on July 13, 2015



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