Danser (en. To dance)

/dɑ̃.se/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
Rhythmic body movement following music.
She loves to dance to the rhythm of salsa.
Elle aime danser au rythme de la salsa.
Moving by executing dance steps.
They are dancing together on stage.
Ils dansent ensemble sur la scène.
Attending a ball or party by dancing.
We are going to dance all night at the party.
Nous allons danser toute la nuit à la fête.

Etymology

From the Latin 'dancare', meaning 'to dance'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to dance to a tune
dancing while following a specific melody.
danser sur un air
to dance with the stars
participating in a famous dance competition.
danser avec les étoiles
to dance the tango
practicing the tango, a style of Argentine dance.
danser le tango

Related Words

dance
Art of moving rhythmically.
danse
dancer
Person who dances.
danseur
female dancer
Woman who dances.
danseuse

Slang Meanings

To let loose on the dance floor.
When the music starts, we let loose and dance like crazies.
Quand la musique commence, on se lâche et on danse comme des fous.
To party by dancing.
Tonight, we are going to dance until dawn!
Ce soir, on va danser jusqu'à l'aube !