Juggling: meaning, definitions and examples

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juggling

 

[ ˈdʒʌɡəlɪŋ ]

Context #1

circus performance

The act of keeping several objects in motion in the air at the same time by repeatedly throwing and catching them.

Synonyms

balancing, manipulation, tossing

Examples of usage

  • He entertained the crowd with his impressive juggling skills.
  • She practiced juggling with balls, clubs, and rings.
  • The highlight of the show was the synchronized juggling routine.
Context #2

managing multiple tasks

The practice of dealing with many activities or problems at the same time, especially in a skillful way.

Synonyms

balancing, multi-tasking, prioritizing

Examples of usage

  • She is a master of juggling her work and personal life.
  • Juggling deadlines and priorities can be challenging in a fast-paced environment.

Translations

Translations of the word "juggling" in other languages:

🇵🇹 malabarismo

🇮🇳 जॉगलिंग

🇩🇪 Jonglieren

🇮🇩 sulap

🇺🇦 жонглювання

🇵🇱 żonglerka

🇯🇵 ジャグリング

🇫🇷 jonglage

🇪🇸 malabarismo

🇹🇷 jigolo

🇰🇷 저글링

🇸🇦 تلاعب

🇨🇿 žonglování

🇸🇰 žonglovanie

🇨🇳 杂耍

🇸🇮 žongliranje

🇮🇸 sjónarspil

🇰🇿 жонглерлік

🇬🇪 ჟონგლიორობა

🇦🇿 jonqlyor

🇲🇽 malabarismo

Word origin

The word 'juggling' originated from the Middle English word 'jogelen', which came from the Old French 'jogler'. The practice of juggling has a long history, dating back to ancient civilizations where it was often used for entertainment and performance art. Over the years, juggling has evolved into a popular form of entertainment seen in circuses, street performances, and even as a hobby for many enthusiasts.