Culture words

Mariachi

A style of Mexican folk music typically played by an ensemble of musicians featuring…

samurai

A member of the powerful hereditary military nobility and officer caste of feudal Japan,…

philharmonic

Relating to a musical organization, typically a symphony orchestra or a society dedicated…

sconce

A decorative wall-mounted light fixture, typically designed to hold candles or electric…

baritone

A male singing voice with a vocal range that sits between the higher tenor and the lower…

sweetbread

A culinary term referring to the thymus or pancreas gland of a calf or lamb, served as a…

samba

A lively, rhythmic dance of Brazilian origin, often performed to music with a strong,…

polonia

The community of Polish people living outside of Poland, particularly those who maintain…

hussar

A historical member of the Polish light cavalry, famously known for their ornate uniforms…

celebrant

A member of the clergy who performs or leads a religious rite, specifically in this…

artisanship

The quality of work or skill displayed by a master craftsperson, particularly when…

mesquite

A spiny, drought-resistant shrub or small tree native to the Southwestern U.S. and Mexico…

mole

A complex, traditional Mexican sauce made from a variety of ingredients, including…

achiot

A reddish-orange spice or food coloring derived from the seeds of the achiote tree,…

leitmotif

A recurring theme, image, or element that is central to the identity and style of a…

quadrille

A 18th-century social dance performed by four couples in a rectangular formation,…

concertina

A small, hexagonal free-reed musical instrument with bellows and buttons, played by…

bouzouki

A long-necked stringed instrument of Greek origin, adapted and adopted for use in Irish…

rickshaw

A light, two-wheeled passenger vehicle pulled by a person, often used for transporting…

vintner

A person who makes or sells wine.

libation

A ritual pouring of liquid as an offering to a deity, spirit, or to honor ancestors.

synch

The process of licensing and incorporating a musical track into a film, television show,…

zenith

The highest point, peak, or most successful stage of a process or trend.

spelunking

The act of exploring and investigating urban or often hidden locations, particularly in a…

sarma

A traditional dish consisting of a savory filling, typically minced meat and rice,…

boreg

A traditional Armenian pastry, typically consisting of thin, flaky dough filled with…

kadayif

A traditional Middle Eastern and Mediterranean sweet pastry made from fine, shredded…

pistahan

A large-scale celebration, festival, or community feast, specifically referring to…

mecca

A place that attracts many people who share a particular interest or activity.

hanbok

The traditional formal attire or clothing of Korea, typically characterized by vibrant…

mixology

The skilled and creative practice of crafting, blending, and presenting mixed alcoholic…

aperitif

An alcoholic drink typically served before a meal to stimulate the appetite, often…

yokel

A disparaging term for a person perceived as unsophisticated, uneducated, or provincial,…

saffron

A pungent, golden-yellow spice derived from the dried stigmas of the crocus flower, used…

philately

The hobby or study of collecting and examining postage stamps and related philatelic…

congee

A savory, comforting rice porridge often served as a traditional breakfast dish in…

tryst

A prearranged meeting or a gathering place for such a meeting, often used here to signify…

elegy

A work of art, typically a book or poem, that serves as a reflective and mournful tribute…

pestle

A heavy, club-shaped tool used for crushing or grinding substances against the floor of a…

halau

A traditional Hawaiian school or group dedicated to the study and performance of hula…

hoagie

A long, cylindrical sandwich made on a split bread roll, often filled with meats,…

muffuletta

A famous Sicilian-American sandwich traditionally made on a round, sesame-seeded loaf…

saree

A traditional South Asian garment consisting of a long piece of cloth wrapped around the…

henna

A reddish-brown dye derived from the leaves of a tropical shrub, commonly used to create…

ashram

A spiritual hermitage or center in the Indian tradition, typically where individuals live…

travelogue

A film, documentary, or written account that chronicles personal experiences, locations,…

wahine

A Hawaiian term for a woman, specifically used in the context of surfing to refer to…

rebec

A medieval or early Renaissance stringed instrument, typically featuring a pear-shaped…