sashay

• Sustantivo que designa una figura de cuadrilla en la que los bailarines se cruzan con pasos laterales, o un paso deslizante en ballet en el que un pie conduce siempre, o un paseo o desplazamiento agradable.

A noun referring to a dance figure in square dancing where partners circle each other with sideways steps, or a gliding step in ballet where one foot always leads, or a pleasurable journey.

1. Square dance figureC1formalamerican

   A movement in square dancing where partners circle each other using sideways steps.

   Figura de danza cuadrada

   • The caller instructed the dancers to sashay around their partner.
   • They performed a perfect sashay during the square dance competition.
   • Learning the sashay step is essential for beginners in square dancing.

2. Ballet stepC1formalart

   A gliding step in ballet where one foot always leads, creating a smooth, flowing movement.

   Paso de ballet deslizado

   • The ballerina executed a graceful sashay across the stage.
   • He practiced the sashay repeatedly to perfect his technique.
   • The choreography included a series of sashays and pirouettes.

3. Leisurely journeyB2informal

   A trip or excursion taken for enjoyment or pleasure.

   Paseo placentero

   • They took a leisurely sashay through the countryside.
   • Her weekend sashay to the beach was exactly what she needed.
   • We planned a short sashay to explore the old town.

   Sinónimosexcursionjauntoutingramblesaunterstrolltourtrip

• Verbo que significa caminar o moverse de manera despreocupada, segura o llamativa, a menudo con pasos deslizantes o contoneos, como al pavonearse o exhibirse.

A verb meaning to walk or move in a casual, confident, or showy manner, often with a gliding or swaying motion.

1. Move sidewaysB2informalamerican

   To move in a gliding, sideways manner, often with a casual or confident air.

   Moverse de lado

   • She sashayed through the crowded room to get a better view.
   • The dancer sashayed across the stage with effortless grace.
   • He sashayed sideways to avoid the puddle on the sidewalk.

   Sinónimosglidesidleslidesweepswish

2. Walk with a lofty proud gaitB2informalamerican

   To walk in a confident, proud, and often flamboyant manner, usually to attract attention or impress others.

   Caminar con paso altivo y presumido

   • She sashayed into the party as if she owned the place.
   • He sashayed down the street in his new suit, turning heads.
   • The model sashayed down the runway with a confident smile.

   Sinónimosflounceparadeprancestrutswagger

   Antónimoscowercreepshrinkskulkslink

3. Perform a chassé step in balletC1formalart

   To execute a chassé, a ballet step where one foot chases the other, often used in dance sequences.

   Ejecutar un paso de chassé en ballet

   • The ballerina sashayed gracefully across the stage during the performance.
   • In the routine, the dancers sashayed in unison to the music.
   • He practiced the sashay step repeatedly to perfect his technique.