jitterbug

• Ein lebhafter, ruckartiger amerikanischer Tanz, der in den 1940er Jahren populär wurde und durch schnelle, energische Bewegungen gekennzeichnet ist; auch eine Person, die diesen Tanz tanzt.

A jerky American dance that became popular in the 1940s, characterized by fast, energetic movements.

1. A popular dance from the 1940sB1informalamerican

   A lively, jerky American dance that was popular in the 1940s, typically performed to swing music.

   Jitterbug

   • They learned the jitterbug at the dance hall last night.
   • The jitterbug involves fast footwork and energetic spins.
   • My grandparents met while dancing the jitterbug.
   • Swing music and the jitterbug were a perfect match.

   Synonymeswing

2. A person who dances the jitterbugB2informalamerican

   A person who performs the jitterbug dance, often enthusiastically.

   Jitterbug-Tänzer

   • He was a true jitterbug, spinning across the floor with ease.
   • The jitterbugs filled the dance hall with energy.
   • She became a celebrated jitterbug in local competitions.
   • The crowd cheered as the jitterbug showed off his moves.

• Dynamisch und ausgelassen den Jitterbug tanzen, einen energiegeladenen Swingtanz der 1940er-Jahre, oder sich schnell und ruckartig bewegen bzw. zappeln.

A verb meaning to dance the jitterbug, a lively swing dance popular in the 1940s, or to move with quick, jerky motions.

1. Dance the jitterbugB2informal

   To perform the jitterbug, a lively and energetic swing dance popular in the 1940s.

   Jitterbug tanzen

   • They jitterbugged all night at the dance hall.
   • She learned to jitterbug from her grandparents.
   • The couple jitterbugged across the floor with incredible energy.