Kumina is a traditional Jamaican dance and music style, but many people don't realize that it has several synonyms. One common synonym for kumina is "cumina," which is simply a variation of the spelling. Another synonym is "kumuna," which is a similar dance and music style found in Trinidad. Additionally, some people refer to kumina as "bongo music," because of the use of bongo drums in the music. Other synonyms you may encounter include "kumine" and "kumuna drumming." Regardless of the term used, kumina is an important part of Jamaican culture and history, and continues to be celebrated today through both traditional and contemporary performances.