pirouette
/ˌpɪɹuˈɛ/
noun
(ballet) a rapid spin of the body (especially on the toes as in ballet)
plie
/plɪˈeɪ/
noun
a knee bend with an upright posture, used as a fundamental exercise and basic movement in ballet technique to develop strength, flexibility, and control
arabesque
/ˌæɹeɪbˈɛsk/
noun
position in which the dancer has one leg raised behind and arms outstretched in a conventional pose
attitude
/ˈætəˌtud/
noun
a ballet position where one leg is lifted and bent behind the body with the knee turned out and the foot pointed
ballon
/ˈbæɫən/
noun
a ballet term for the quality of lightness and buoyancy in a dancer's jumps or leaps, creating a sense of suspension or hovering in the air
assemble
/ɐsɪmblˈeɪ/
noun
a ballet jump where one foot leaves the ground and the other foot meets it in the air, used for fluid transitions and dynamic movements in ballet
barre
/ˈbɑɹ/, /ˈbɛɹi/
noun
a horizontal handrail used in ballet for balance and stability during warm-up exercises and technique practice
brise
/bɹɪsˈeɪ/
noun
a ballet step where a dancer jumps, brushes one leg against the other in a crossed position, and lands on the opposite leg
pas de chat
/pˈæs də tʃˈæt/
noun
a ballet term for a sideways jump where the knees are brought up towards the chest and the feet extend into a diamond shape, resembling the leap of a cat
degage
/dˌeɪɡɐɡˈeɪ/
noun
a movement where the working leg is lifted off the floor, typically with a pointed foot and a sense of ease and freedom
pas de deux
/pˈæs də djˈuː/
noun
(ballet) a dance for two people (usually a ballerina and a danseur noble)
glissade
/ɡlˈɪseɪd/
noun
(ballet) a gliding or sliding step in ballet
fouette
/fˌaʊɪtˈeɪ/
noun
a ballet turning step where one leg whips around the body while maintaining balance on the supporting leg, known for its grace and dynamic appearance
jete
/dʒɛtˈeɪ/
noun
a big jump in ballet where one leaps into the air with one leg forward and the other leg back
saute
/sɔˈteɪ/
noun
a ballet jump or spring from both feet into the air
rond de jambe
/ɹˈɑːnd də dʒˈæmb/
noun
a ballet leg movement in a circular motion
port de bras
/pˈoːɹt də bɹˈɑːz/
noun
a ballet term for arm movements and positioning that adds grace and expressiveness to a dancer's performance
pointe
/ˈpɔɪnt/
noun
ballet dancing on the tips of the toes with specialized shoes for advanced dancers, creating elegant and ethereal movements
pas de basque
/pˈæs də bˈæsk/
noun
a dance step where the legs cross while moving sideways or diagonally, commonly used in various dance styles such as ballet
pas de bourree
/pˈæs də bˌɜːɹɪˈeɪ/
noun
a dance step or movement involving a quick transfer of weight from one foot to the other, commonly used in ballet, jazz, and contemporary dance styles
chasse
/ˈtʃæs/
noun
(ballet) quick gliding steps with one foot always leading
sissonne
/sˈɪsɑːn/
noun
a type of jump or leap where a dancer jumps from both feet, extends one leg to the front or side while the other leg remains in the air, and lands on the extended leg
tour en l'air
/tˈʊɹ ˈɛn ˈɛlˈɛɹ/
noun
a ballet jump with one or more rotations in the air, showcasing a dancer's turning ability and skill
calypso leap
/kælˈɪpsoʊ lˈiːp/
noun
a dynamic jump in contemporary dance that combines a 180-degree turn with an extended leg behind the body, creating a visually striking movement
cabriole
/kˈæbɹɪˌoʊl/
noun
a ballet jump where one leg is kicked in the air while the other follows, meeting it before landing, often used to showcase a dancer's athleticism and skill
demi-pointe
/dˈɛmipˈɔɪnt/
noun
ballet dancing on the balls of the feet with the heels slightly off the ground, serving as a preparatory stage for dancing en pointe
a la seconde
/æ lˌæ sˈɛkənd/
adverb
a ballet term that describes movements or steps executed to the side, with one leg extended to the side of the body
tendu
/tˈɛnduː/
adjective
(of a position) fully extended and stretched, usually with a pointed foot and maintaining proper alignment and control
changement de pied
/tʃˈeɪndʒmənt də pˈaɪd/
noun
a ballet term that describes a jump in which a dancer changes their feet in the air, often performed with a beat or a switch of the legs, resulting in a seamless and graceful movement
second position
/sˈɛkənd pəzˈɪʃən/
noun
a ballet stance with feet apart, arms extended to the sides, used as a base for many movements
tour jete
/tˈʊɹ dʒɛtˈeɪ/
noun
a ballet jump where the dancer leaps through the air with one leg extended forward and the other leg thrown back
developpe
/deɪvˈɛləppˈeɪ/
noun
a ballet term for smoothly lifting and extending the working leg from a position close to the body to an open position, typically at 90 degrees or higher
epaulement
/ɪpˈɔːəlmənt/
noun
a ballet term that refers to the positioning and movement of the shoulders, head, and neck in relation to the rest of the body
echappe
/ɪtʃɐpˈeɪ/
noun
a jump from a closed to an open position with pointed feet, and then returning to the closed position
first position
/fˈɜːst pəzˈɪʃən/
noun
the basic stance with heels together and toes turned out, commonly used as a starting position for ballet movements
fourth position
/fˈoːɹθ pəzˈɪʃən/
noun
a ballet stance where one foot is placed in front of the other, with the heel of the front foot positioned near the arch of the back foot
retire
/ɹɪɾɚɹˈeɪ/
noun
a ballet movement where a dancer lifts one foot and draws it up to the side of the standing leg, often used as a preparation for other movements
releve
/ɹˌɛlᵻvˈeɪ/
noun
a movement in which a ballet dancer rises up onto the balls of their feet, lifting their heels off the ground
fish dive
/fˈɪʃ dˈaɪv/
noun
a dynamic movement where one partner jumps or dives into the arms of another partner, creating a visually striking moment in contemporary and modern dance choreography
fondu
/fˈɑːnduː/
adjective
melting quality in dance, referring to a smooth and gradual lowering or melting movement, often associated with fluidity, grace, and control in ballet
port de deux
/pˈoːɹt də djˈuː/
noun
a dance movement or pose performed by two dancers together, often showcasing their coordination, balance, and harmony in a duet
fifth position
/fˈɪfθ pəzˈɪʃən/
noun
a ballet stance where one foot is placed against the other foot, with the feet turned out, often used for steps, poses, and turns in ballet
batterie
/bˈæɾɚɹi/
noun
a ballet term for quick and intricate foot movements, often performed in mid-air, showcasing a dancer's agility and coordination
grand battement
/ɡɹˈænd bˈætmənt/
noun
a ballet term for a high kick with a straight leg and pointed foot, often used in warm-up exercises and ballet combinations
petit battement
/pətˈiː bˈætmənt/
noun
a ballet term for a small, quick beating movement of the foot used in warm-up exercises and ballet combinations to develop foot articulation and control
divertissement
/daɪvˈɜːɾɪsmənt/
noun
a ballet term that refers to a short, self-contained dance piece or a suite of dances, typically featuring solo or ensemble performances
pas
/ˈpɑz/
noun
(ballet) a step in dancing (especially in classical ballet)
pas seul
/pˈæs sjˈuːl/
noun
(ballet) a solo dance or dance figure
allegro
/əˈɫɛˌɡɹoʊ/
noun
a fast and lively style of ballet dance featuring jumps, leaps, and quick footwork, used to showcase a dancer's speed, athleticism, and artistry
adagio
/əˈdɑʒiˌoʊ/
noun
a movement or composition intended to be played at a slow tempo
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