dance

• Nom désignant une série de mouvements rythmés du corps exécutés généralement en suivant une musique, souvent comme forme d'expression, de divertissement ou d'interaction sociale, ainsi que l'art ou l'activité consistant à danser.

A noun referring to a series of rhythmic movements performed to music, often as a form of expression, entertainment, or social interaction.

1. Artistic movementA1formal

   A series of rhythmic movements performed to music, often as a form of expression or entertainment.

   Danse artistique

   • She performed a beautiful dance at the recital.
   • The waltz is a classic ballroom dance.
   • He is taking lessons to learn a new dance.

   Synonymesdancingterpsichore

2. Social eventA2formal

   A social gathering where people come together to dance.

   Bal, soirée dansante

   • The school is hosting a dance this Friday.
   • They met at a dance in the village hall.
   • The annual charity dance was a huge success.

   Synonymesballcotilliondiscohopmixerpromravesocialsoiree

• Se déplacer rythmiquement en suivant une musique, généralement selon une séquence de pas déterminée. Peut aussi signifier exécuter un type de danse spécifique.

A verb used to indicate the act of moving rhythmically to music, typically following a set sequence of steps.

1. Move rhythmicallyA1formal

   To move the body in a rhythmic way, usually to music.

   Danser

   • She loves to dance to pop music.
   • They danced all night at the party.
   • He danced with his partner gracefully.

   Synonymesboogiebopcapergroovejigpranceskipstepswaytriptwirlwhirl

2. Move lightly or quicklyA2informal

   To move in a lively, bouncing, or skipping manner.

   se déplacer légèrement et rapidement

   • The children danced around the room with joy.
   • Leaves danced in the autumn wind.
   • Her eyes danced with excitement when she heard the news.

   Synonymesbouncecapercavortflitfrolicgambolhoppranceskiptrip