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Dancing

UK /["/ˈdɑːnsɪŋ/"]/US /["/ˈdænsɪŋ/"]/

Definition

moving your body to music

In simple words: Moving your body in a rhythmic way, often to music.

Examples

There was **music and dancing** till two in the morning.
I love Irish dancing.
dancing classes
She's taking dancing lessons.
There was dancing in the streets when we heard that the war was over.
They liked to go dancing every Saturday night.

Usage notes

Used in both casual and formal contexts. Common in social and festive settings, but may be less appropriate in serious or formal occasions.

Grammar pattern

standalone gerund

Memory hint

Think of a 'dance' party where everyone is 'dancing'!

Collocations

wild
slow
ballet
do
go
class
lesson
school
dancing in the streets

Synonyms

moving
twirling
grooving
shaking
swaying

Antonyms

stillness
inactivity

Common mistakes

Using 'dance' instead of 'dancing' for ongoing actions.
Confusing the noun 'dancing' with the verb 'to dance'.
Mixing up 'dancing' with unrelated activities, like 'exercise'.