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    Sayawan (en. Dance)

    /sa.ja.wan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    An event or activity where people dance.
    The dance in the plaza was really fun.
    Ang sayawan sa plaza ay talagang masaya.
    A form of art that involves dancing.
    Dance is an important part of our culture.
    Ang sayawan ay isang mahalagang bahagi ng aming kultura.
    The movement of the body to the rhythm of music.
    She teaches dance to her students.
    Nagtuturo siya ng sayawan sa kanyang mga estudyante.

    Etymology

    From the word 'sayaw,' meaning 'to dance.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    ballet dance
    A dance art form with technical structures.
    balet na sayawan
    folk dance
    Dances that showcase the culture and traditions of a place.
    katutubong sayawan

    Related Words

    dance
    The motion or movement of the body to music.
    sayaw
    dancer
    A person who is currently dancing.
    nag-sasayaw

    Slang Meanings

    Party or celebration where people dance.
    Join the dance party at Mark's house on Saturday, it's so fun there!
    Sama ka sa sayawan sa bahay ni Mark sa Sabado, ang saya doon!
    Informal term for a dance-off or competition.
    We have a dance-off later at the plaza, who wants to join?
    Meron tayong sayawan mamaya sa plaza, sino ang gusto sumali?
    A gathering primarily focused on dancing.
    They organized a dance gathering for the youth in the community.
    Nag-organize sila ng sayawan para sa mga kabataan sa barangay.