dance

[/dæns/]

noun/verbpl: dances

dança

1. (noun) A series of rhythmic movements and steps, usually performed to music

She performed a beautiful dance at the concert.

Ela apresentou uma dança linda no concerto.

2. (noun) A social gathering where people dance together

They met at the school dance.

Eles se conheceram no baile da escola.

3. (verb) To move rhythmically to music, typically following a set sequence of steps

The couple danced all night long.

O casal dançou a noite toda.

4. (verb) To move quickly or lightly in a playful manner

The flames danced in the fireplace.

As chamas dançavam na lareira.

NYC Slang

boogie, bust a move, shake

Synonyms

Antonyms

Regional Variations

General Brazilian

dança

Standard term used throughout Brazil

Rio de Janeiro

dança/samba

Often associated with samba dancing, which is culturally significant

São Paulo

dança

Standard usage, also used for forró and other regional styles

Portugal

dança

Standard term; also baile for a dance event

dance around the issue - evitar falar diretamente sobre algo

dance to someone's tune - fazer o que alguém quer

lead someone a merry dance - enganar ou ludibria alguém

Look up more words on Fala2Me

The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more