The word "cigar" first appeared in English print around 1730, but what language does it come from?

Answer Spanish

The word "cigar" comes from the Spanish word "cigarro," which originates from the Mayan verb "sikar" meaning "to smoke folded tobacco leaves." A "cigarillo" is a word referring to a smaller or diminutive cigar.

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