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Dance enthusiast: meaning, definitions and examples

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dance enthusiast

[ dæns ɪnˈθjuːziæst ]

Noun

^{Context #1 | Noun}

passion for dancing

A dance enthusiast is someone who has a deep passion for dancing, whether it be ballet, hip-hop, salsa, or any other form of dance. They are dedicated to learning new moves, perfecting their technique, and expressing themselves through movement.

Synonyms

dance fanatic, dance lover, dancing aficionado.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
dance enthusiast	Appropriate in general or informal situations when someone's passionate about dancing. She's a dance enthusiast who attends dance classes every week. The event attracted dance enthusiasts from various cities.
dance lover	Best suited for expressing general fondness for dancing, usually in a casual context. As a dance lover, she enjoys watching all kinds of dance performances. Dance lovers will appreciate the new show on Saturday.
dancing aficionado	Used in more formal or sophisticated settings, indicating refined or deep appreciation for dancing. The ballet club is looking for dancing aficionados to join their new program. Dancing aficionados gathered at the gala to celebrate their shared passion.
dance fanatic	Used when someone has an intense, perhaps extreme, passion for dancing; can have a slightly negative connotation due to the word 'fanatic'. He's such a dance fanatic that he practices for hours every day. Only true dance fanatics would appreciate this level of detail.

Examples of usage

They spend hours practicing in the studio, honing their craft.
At every opportunity, they attend dance classes and workshops to improve their skills.
Their enthusiasm for dance is contagious, inspiring others to join them on the dance floor.

Translations

Translations of the word "dance enthusiast" in other languages:

🇵🇹 entusiasta de dança

🇮🇳 नृत्य प्रेमी

🇩🇪 Tanzbegeisterter

🇮🇩 penggemar tari

🇺🇦 танцювальний ентузіаст

🇵🇱 entuzjasta tańca

🇯🇵 ダンス愛好家

🇫🇷 passionné de danse

🇪🇸 entusiasta de la danza

🇹🇷 dans meraklısı

🇰🇷 댄스 애호가

🇸🇦 عاشق الرقص

🇨🇿 nadšenec tance

🇸🇰 nadšenec tanca

🇨🇳 舞蹈爱好者

🇸🇮 plesni navdušenec

🇮🇸 dansáhugamaður

🇰🇿 би өнерін сүйетін адам

🇬🇪 ცეკვის მოყვარული

🇦🇿 rəqs həvəskarı

🇲🇽 entusiasta de la danza

Etymology

The term 'dance enthusiast' originated from the late 19th century when dance became a popular form of entertainment and expression. As people discovered the joy and freedom of movement, the concept of being an enthusiast for dance emerged. Over the years, dance enthusiasts have played a significant role in promoting various dance styles and keeping the art form alive and thriving.