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UK/["/ˈbæleɪ/"]/US/["/bæˈleɪ/"]/

Meaning of Ballet

In simple words: A type of dance that tells a story with graceful movements.

Ballet in a sentence

  • She wants to be a **ballet dancer**.
  • ballet shoes
  • ‘Swan Lake’ is one of the great classical ballets.
  • members of the Royal Ballet
  • The Royal Ballet is/are dancing ‘Giselle’.

How to use Ballet

Used commonly in both casual and formal discussions about dance. Appropriate in settings like schools and theaters, but may not be relevant in conversations about sports or informal activities.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'ballet' as 'beautiful leaps' – graceful like a flower blossoming.

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Synonyms for Ballet

Opposites of Ballet

Common mistakes with Ballet

  • Confused with 'ballot', the voting term.
  • Pronounced incorrectly, as 'ballet' instead of 'bah-lei'.
  • Used as a verb, misunderstanding that 'ballet' is a noun.

Compare Ballet with Dance, Performance

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Frequently asked questions about Ballet

What does Ballet mean?

A type of dance that tells a story with graceful movements.

What is the definition of Ballet?

a style of dancing that tells a dramatic story with music but no talking or singing

How do you use Ballet in a sentence?

She wants to be a **ballet dancer**.

Can you give another example of Ballet?

ballet shoes

What are synonyms for Ballet?

Common alternatives include dance, performance, balletic, classic dance, artistic movement.

What is the opposite of Ballet?

Opposite meanings include hip-hop, breakdance, tap dance.

What words go with Ballet?

It commonly pairs with classical, contemporary, modern, learn, study, teach, music, dancer, company, classical, contemporary, modern, learn, study, teach, music, dancer, company, classical, contemporary, modern, learn, study, teach, music, dancer, company.

What are common mistakes when using Ballet?

Confused with 'ballot', the voting term. Pronounced incorrectly, as 'ballet' instead of 'bah-lei'. Used as a verb, misunderstanding that 'ballet' is a noun.

How do you pronounce Ballet?

US: /["/bæˈleɪ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈbæleɪ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Ballet?

Used commonly in both casual and formal discussions about dance. Appropriate in settings like schools and theaters, but may not be relevant in conversations about sports or informal activities.

What CEFR level is Ballet?

"Ballet" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.