Dansant (en. Dancing)

[dɑ̃sɑ̃]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Said of music or an event that encourages dancing.
This song is very danceable; it makes people dance right away.
Cette chanson est très dansante, elle fait tout de suite danser les gens.
Having a joyful and upbeat character, ideal for dancing.
The atmosphere in this place is always danceable; everyone is having fun.
L'ambiance dans cet endroit est toujours dansante, tout le monde s'amuse.
Related to dance.
The ballet performance was very danceable and captivating.
Le spectacle de ballet était très dansant et captivant.

Etymology

From the verb 'danser' in the present participle.

Common Phrases and Expressions

dancing music
Music that invites you to dance.
musique dansante
dance party
Event where people dance.
soirée dansante
dancing atmosphere
Atmosphere that encourages dancing.
ambiance dansante

Related Words

dance
Danced movement or the art of dance.
danse
dancer
Person who dances, often professionally.
danseur
female dancer
Woman who dances, often professionally.
danseuse

Slang Meanings

To wiggle on the dance floor.
When the music starts, everyone starts dancing; it's time to wiggle.
Quand la musique commence, tout le monde se met à danser, c'est l'heure de se déhancher.
To be in the mood.
At this party, we are all in the mood; it's super danceable!
À cette fête, on est tous dans l'ambiance, c'est super dansant !