🇨🇳Chinese Source WordCode: ZH

古典舞蹈

Pronunciation / Transliteration: gǔdiǎn wǔdǎo

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Classical dance/ˈklæs.ɪ.kəl dɑːns/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #4500 frequency
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🇨🇳 Example Sentence in Chinese:

"古典舞蹈在中国有着悠久的历史。"

Comprehensive Definitions & Senses

2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A traditional form of dance that follows established techniques and styles, often associated with specific cultural or historical contexts.

    "Bharatanatyam is a renowned classical dance form from India."
  2. 2

    A performance of dance that adheres to the conventions of a particular tradition.

    "The gala featured a stunning performance of classical ballet."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

Derived from the English adjective 'classical' (from Latin 'classicus', relating to the highest class of citizens, via French) and 'dance' (from Old French 'dancier'). The term emerged in the 19th century to formally distinguish traditional, codified theatrical dance art forms, such as ballet and ancient Eastern traditions, from folk and social dances.

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