Danzaban (en. They danced)
/danˈθaβan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To make rhythmic movements to the beat of the music.
During the party, everyone danced to the rhythm of the salsa.
Durante la fiesta, todos danzaban al ritmo de la salsa.
To participate in a dance as part of a tradition or celebration.
In the ceremony, the participants danced to honor their ancestors.
En la ceremonia, los participantes danzaban para honrar a sus ancestros.
To move rhythmically and gracefully in dance.
The children danced with joy on stage.
Los niños danzaban con alegría en el escenario.
Etymology
From the verb 'danzar', which comes from the Latin 'dancare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Dance in circles
To perform a dance in a circular manner.
Danzar en círculos
Dance as if nobody is watching
To dance freely, without worrying about others' opinions.
Danzar como si nadie estuviera mirando
Related Words
dance
An art form that involves movement with rhythm.
danza
dancer
A person who dances professionally.
bailarín
music
Sound arts that accompany dance.
música
Slang Meanings
To dance with a lot of energy.
That party was so good that everyone danced like crazy.
Esa fiesta estuvo tan buena que todos danzaban como locos.
To have a good time dancing.
Last night we kept dancing until dawn.
Anoche nos quedamos danzando hasta el amanecer.