Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

temps-leve

Ballet Movement

tɑ̃ ˈləv

Definition

Temps-leve is a term from ballet that describes a movement where a dancer rises on one leg while the other leg is raised and held in a position before descending back to the ground.

Examples

The dancer executed a beautiful temps-leve during her solo performance, showcasing her skill and balance.
In the ballet class, the instructor emphasized the importance of control and precision in each temps-leve.

Meaning

The term comes from French, meaning ‘time raised’ or ‘time lifted’, and indicates the graceful elevation of the dancer in a moment of balance and poise.