1. A rapid spinning movement of the body, performed on the ball of one foot, typically in ballet
The ballerina executed multiple pirouettes with grace and precision.
A bailarina executou múltiplas piruetas com graça e precisão.
2. Any quick turning or spinning movement; a twirl
The figure skater performed impressive pirouettes on the ice.
A patinadora artística realizou impressionantes piruetas no gelo.
3. A sudden change of direction or a clever maneuver, often used figuratively
The politician executed a political pirouette to avoid the controversial issue.
O político fez uma pirueta política para evitar a questão controversa.