reggae

noun RREH-geh Rare

Origin: From Jamaican English reggae, origin uncertain, popularized by Bob Marley.

Usage Note

Reggae is used in Spanish as an invariable masculine noun for the Jamaican music genre. It entered Spanish via English and does not change form in the plural. The related genre reggaetón is a distinct Latin fusion and should not be confused with reggae.

Examples

"Me encanta escuchar reggae los domingos."

Natural Translation

I love listening to reggae on Sundays.

Literal Translation

To-me delights to-listen reggae on Sundays.

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