Basic Meaning
n
Often used as a suffix in compound words for specific dance types.
dance (as a noun); a form of performing art.
舞蹈。
Words:
舞剧舞曲芭蕾舞交谊舞双人舞
Sentences:
- 她从小就喜欢芭蕾舞。She has liked ballet since she was a child.
- 周末我们去跳交谊舞吧。Let's go ballroom dancing this weekend.
v
The most common verb meaning for dancing as a performance or activity.
to dance (moving the body rhythmically).
按一定的节奏转动身体表演各种姿势。
Words:
起舞手舞足蹈载歌载舞伴舞
Sentences:
- 听到这个消息后,他高兴得手舞足蹈。Upon hearing the news, he was so happy that he danced with joy.
v
Often used in contexts involving traditional performances with props like swords or lanterns.
to wield; to brandish (a tool or instrument in a rhythmic or rule-based manner).
手执某种器械做出有节奏或有规则的动作。
Words:
舞剑舞龙灯舞枪弄棒舞狮
Sentences:
- 春节时,街上常常有人舞龙灯。During the Spring Festival, people often perform dragon lantern dances in the streets.
- 他会舞剑,动作非常帅气。He can wield a sword, and his movements are very dashing.
v
Used in fixed phrases like 舞弊, often with a negative connotation.
to manipulate fraudulently; to engage in corrupt practices.
耍弄。
Words:
舞弊舞文弄墨营私舞弊
Sentences:
- 考试中舞弊是绝对不允许的。Cheating on exams is absolutely not allowed.
- 他因营私舞弊而被公司开除。He was fired by the company for engaging in corrupt practices.
v
Can describe both literal waving and metaphorical fluttering (e.g., leaves).
to wave; to flutter (e.g., waving hands or objects in the air).
挥舞。
Words:
张牙舞爪挥舞飞舞
Sentences:
- 他在舞台上挥舞着国旗。He waved the national flag on stage.
- 秋天,落叶在风中飞舞。In autumn, fallen leaves flutter in the wind.
Writing & Component
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