Choreography: meaning, definitions and examples
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choreography
[ ˌkɔː.riˈɑː.ɡrə.fi ]
dance
Choreography refers to the art of designing sequences of movements in dance and ballet. It involves creating and arranging steps, gestures, and patterns to form a cohesive performance.
Synonyms
dance arrangement, dance composition, movement design.
Examples of usage
- The choreography of the ballet was breathtaking, with intricate footwork and graceful movements.
- The choreography for the musical was energetic and lively, capturing the essence of the story.
- She studied choreography for years before becoming a professional dancer.
Translations
Translations of the word "choreography" in other languages:
🇵🇹 coreografia
🇮🇳 नृत्यरचना
🇩🇪 Choreographie
🇮🇩 koreografi
🇺🇦 хореографія
🇵🇱 choreografia
🇯🇵 振付
🇫🇷 chorégraphie
🇪🇸 coreografía
🇹🇷 koreografi
🇰🇷 안무
🇸🇦 تصميم الرقصات
🇨🇿 choreografie
🇸🇰 choreografia
🇨🇳 编舞
🇸🇮 koreografija
🇮🇸 danshöfundur
🇰🇿 хореография
🇬🇪 ქორეოგრაფია
🇦🇿 xoreoqrafiya
🇲🇽 coreografía
Etymology
The term 'choreography' originated from the Greek words 'χορεία' (khoreia) meaning 'dance' and 'γραφή' (graphe) meaning 'writing'. Choreography has a long history dating back to ancient civilizations where dance was an integral part of rituals and celebrations. Over time, choreography evolved into a structured form of art, with choreographers gaining recognition for their creative work in designing dance sequences.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #23,108, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
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