- 跳舞 tiàowǔ to danceTo perform a dance or engage in social dancing, typically to the rhythm of music
- 舞蹈 wǔdǎo dancedance; dancing; the art of dance
- 舞台 wǔtái stagestage or arena; a platform used for artistic performances in a theater or hall
- 舞会 wǔhuì dancedance party; ball
- 独舞 dúwǔ solo danceA dance performed by one person; can be a complete independent work or a featured segment within a larger production used to characterize a main role
- 鼓舞 gǔwǔ to inspireto inspire; to encourage; to hearten; to boost morale or enthusiasm
- 舞步 wǔbù dance stepthe movements of the feet when dancing
- 脱衣舞 tuōyīwǔ stripteasestriptease; striptease performance
- 舞伴 wǔbàn dancing partnera person with whom one dances
- 现代舞 xiàndàiwǔ modern danceA style of dance originating in the West at the turn of the 20th century that emphasizes natural rhythm and individual expression over the strict rules of classical ballet.
- 歌舞 gēwǔ singing and dancingsinging and dancing; song and dance performance
- 芭蕾舞 bālěiwǔ balletA type of classical European dance or dance drama characterized by grace and precision of movement, often performed on the tips of the toes.
- 舞动 wǔdòng to danceto flutter or move rhythmically as in a dance
- 爵士舞 juéshìwǔ jazz dance(loanword) jazz dance; a style of dance characterized by lively movements and upbeat rhythms that originated in African American culture
- 挥舞 huīwǔ to brandishto wave or wield something (often in the hand) with vigorous movements
- 踢踏舞 tītàwǔ tap danceA type of dance where the performer uses the tips, heels, or soles of hard-bottomed shoes to strike the ground, producing rhythmic clicking sounds while the upper body remains mostly steady.
- 舞厅 wǔtīng dance halla commercial venue or nightclub for social dancing
- 飞舞 fēiwǔ to flutterTo dance in the air; to flutter or fly about in a lively way in the breeze.
- 舞池 wǔchí dance floorThe area in a ballroom, nightclub, or restaurant specifically set aside for dancing
- 舞女 wǔnǚ dancera female dancer, especially one who has received professional training
- 摇摆舞 yáobǎiwǔ swing dance; rock and rollA type of dance that evolved from African American jazz dance and rose to popularity with rock and roll music in the mid-20th century, characterized by rhythmic swaying and twisting movements of the whole body.
- 起舞 qǐwǔ to start dancingto rise to dance; to begin to dance; also used to describe being excited with joy
- 街舞 jiēwǔ street danceA style of dance originating from the United States that is performed in public spaces; characterized by improvisational movements such as spinning, jumping, and various body isolations.
- 舞曲 wǔqǔ dance musicmusic with a clear rhythm composed specifically for dancing or based on dance rhythms; it can be used to accompany dance or played as an independent piece
- 舞姿 wǔzī dancer's posturedancer's posture and movements; grace in dancing
- 交际舞 jiāojìwǔ ballroom dancesocial or ballroom dancing typically performed by couples at gatherings
- 国标舞 guóbiāowǔ ballroom dancinginternational standard ballroom dancing
- 舞台剧 wǔtáijù stage playA drama or play performed live by actors on a stage in front of an audience
- 霹雳舞 pīlìwǔ breakdancingbreakdancing; breakdance; a type of street dance originating in the United States in the 1970s characterized by athletic and acrobatic movements
- 舞剧 wǔjù dance dramadrama or theatrical performance primarily expressed through dance; ballet
- 舞弊 wǔbì to commit fraudto engage in fraudulent practices, corruption, or malpractice; to use deceptive means for illegal gain
- 拉丁舞 lādīngwǔ Latin danceA category of international ballroom dances originating from Latin American cultures, including the [[桑巴|桑巴|sang1 ba1]], [[恰恰|恰恰|qia4 qia4]], [[伦巴|倫巴|lun2 ba1]], [[斗牛舞|鬥牛舞|dou4 niu2 wu3]], and [[牛仔舞|牛仔舞|niu2 zai3 wu3]]
- 舞蹈家 wǔdǎojiā danceraccomplished or professional dancer
- 欢欣鼓舞 huānxīngǔwǔ overjoyed(idiom) elated and excited; to be filled with great joy and inspiration
- 舞美 wǔměi stage artsabbreviation for [[舞台美术|舞臺美術|wu3 tai2 mei3 shu4]], referring to the visual arts and design of a stage production, including lighting, scenery, makeup, costumes, and props
- 交谊舞 jiāoyìwǔ ballroom dancingsocial dance where couples dance together, including styles like the waltz and tango
- 舞技 wǔjì dancing skilldancing skill; the level of one's ability or technique in dancing
- 翩翩起舞 piānpiānqǐwǔ to dance gracefullyto start dancing lightly and elegantly; to begin to dance with graceful movements
- 手舞足蹈 shǒuwǔzúdǎo to dance for joyto move one's hands and feet about in excitement; to dance with joy or gesture animatedly
- 歌舞厅 gēwǔtīng dance halla place for singing and dancing, usually a commercial venue like a nightclub or cabaret
- 载歌载舞 zàigēzàiwǔ to sing and danceTo sing and dance at the same time; used to describe a scene of festive celebration or joy.
- 歌舞团 gēwǔtuán song and dance troupean artistic group specialized in performing songs and dances
- 劲舞 jìngwǔ energetic danceto dance with vigor, or a style of modern dance characterized by bold movements and a strong, intense rhythm
- 群舞 qúnwǔ group dancedance performed by a group of people, either as a staged performance or a social activity
- 舞狮 wǔshī perform the lion danceto perform a traditional Chinese folk dance in a lion costume
- 伴舞 bànwǔ to accompany in dancingTo be a dancing partner to someone; to work as a paid escort or taxi dancer.
- 舞龙 wǔlóng dragon dancetraditional Chinese folk performance where a team of people carries a long dragon figure on poles
- 张牙舞爪 zhāngyáwǔzhǎo to bare fangs and brandish clawsdescribing a wild beast showing its ferocity or baring its teeth and claws
- 徇私舞弊 xùnsīwǔbì to abuse one's position for personal gain(idiom) to engage in favoritism and commit irregularities for personal profit; to do something wrong or illegal to serve one's own interests or those of friends and relatives
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