Choreographic: meaning, definitions and examples

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choreographic

 

[ ˌkɔːr.i.əˈɡræf.ɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

dance

Relating to the art of creating and arranging dance performances.

Synonyms

ballet, dancing, movement

Examples of usage

  • She is known for her choreographic talent.
  • The choreographic elements of the ballet were stunning.
Context #2 | Adjective

theater

Relating to the design and arrangement of dance movements in a theatrical production.

Synonyms

performance, stage, theatrical

Examples of usage

  • The choreographic aspect of the play was well-received by the audience.
  • The choreographic sequences were carefully coordinated.

Translations

Translations of the word "choreographic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 coreográfico

🇮🇳 नृत्य-संबंधी

🇩🇪 choreographisch

🇮🇩 koreografi

🇺🇦 хореографічний

🇵🇱 choreograficzny

🇯🇵 振付の

🇫🇷 chorégraphique

🇪🇸 coreográfico

🇹🇷 koreografik

🇰🇷 안무의

🇸🇦 متعلق بالرقص

🇨🇿 choreografický

🇸🇰 choreografický

🇨🇳 编舞的

🇸🇮 koreografski

🇮🇸 danshöfundar-

🇰🇿 хореографиялық

🇬🇪 ქორეოგრაფიული

🇦🇿 xoreoqrafik

🇲🇽 coreográfico

Etymology

The term 'choreographic' originates from the Greek words 'χορεία' (khoreia), meaning 'dance', and 'γραφή' (graphe), meaning 'writing'. It first appeared in the early 19th century to describe the artistic creation and arrangement of dance movements. Over the years, choreographic techniques have evolved and diversified, becoming an essential element of various performing arts, including ballet, modern dance, and theater.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,385 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.