pirouette

• Nom désignant un tour ou une rotation rapide du corps, généralement effectué sur une jambe ou sur les pointes, surtout en danse classique.

A noun referring to a rapid spin or turn of the body, typically performed on one foot or on the toes, especially in ballet dancing.

1. Ballet spinB2formal

   A rapid, full turn of the body performed on one foot, typically on the toes (en pointe) or the ball of the foot, common in ballet.

   Pirouette en ballet

   • The dancer executed a flawless pirouette.
   • She practiced her pirouettes for hours in the studio.
   • A perfect pirouette requires balance and core strength.

   Synonymesrevolutionspinturntwirl

• Verbe décrivant une rotation rapide ou un virement sur un seul pied, généralement en ballet ou en danse.

A verb used to describe the act of performing a rapid spin or turn on one foot, typically in ballet or dance.

1. Perform a pirouetteB2formal

   To spin or whirl around on one foot, typically as a movement in ballet or other dance forms.

   Faire une pirouette

   • The ballerina pirouetted gracefully across the stage.
   • She learned to pirouette after months of practice.
   • He pirouetted on the dance floor, impressing the audience.

   Synonymesgyratespinturntwirlwhirl