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    Dansaient (en. Were dancing)

    /dɑ̃se/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To perform a dance movement.
    The children danced joyfully in the yard.
    Les enfants dansaient joyeusement dans la cour.
    To participate in a dance during a party or event.
    They danced all evening.
    Ils dansaient pendant toute la soirée.
    To move in time with the music's rhythm.
    The couples danced slowly to the sound of the melody.
    Les couples dansaient lentement au son de la mélodie.

    Etymology

    The word 'danser' comes from Old French 'dancer', whose origin is uncertain.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    dance like a madman
    To dance in a very enthusiastic or exaggerated manner.
    danser comme un fou
    dance to a familiar tune
    To dance to music that one easily recognizes.
    danser sur un air connu
    he dances with his feet
    He is very happy or seems to be cheerful.
    il danse avec ses pieds

    Related Words

    dance
    Art or activity of rhythmic movement often associated with music.
    danse
    dancer
    A person who dances.
    dancer
    dancer
    A professional artist who specializes in dance.
    danseur

    Slang Meanings

    To let loose on the dance floor.
    When the music started, they really let loose on the dance floor.
    Lorsque la musique a commencé, ils se sont vraiment lâchés sur la piste.
    To dance like a madman.
    He really danced like a madman at the party.
    Il a vraiment dansé comme un fou à la fête.