Tutu: meaning, definitions and examples

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tutu

 

[ หˆtuหtuห ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

ballet costume

A tutu is a short, stiff skirt worn by ballerinas, typically made of layers of tulle or netting. It is designed to contrast the dancer's movements while providing a graceful appearance on stage.

Synonyms

ballet skirt, skirt.

Examples of usage

  • The ballerina adjusted her tutu before the performance.
  • Dancing in a tutu made her feel like a princess.
  • The costume designer created a beautiful tutu for the lead role.
Context #2 | Noun

informal women's wear

In a more casual context, a tutu can refer to a similar styled garment worn by women or children as part of a costume or playful outfit. It is often associated with fun and whimsical attire.

Synonyms

costume skirt, playful skirt.

Examples of usage

  • She wore a colorful tutu to the birthday party.
  • The costume shop had a variety of tutus for kids.
  • Dressing up in a tutu is always a hit at Halloween.

Translations

Translations of the word "tutu" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น tutu

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคŸเฅ‚เคŸเฅ‚

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Tutu

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tutu

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ัƒั‚ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ tutu

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒฅใƒใƒฅ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท tutu

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tutu

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tutu

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŠœํŠœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชูˆุชูˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tutu

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tutu

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่Šญ่•พ่ˆž่ฃ™

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ tutu

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ tutu

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ัƒั‚ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒฃแƒขแƒฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tutu

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tutu

Etymology

The word 'tutu' has its origins in the early 19th century, specifically linked to ballet. It is believed to have derived from the French word 'tutu' which was used to describe the short skirts worn by ballerinas. This term probably emerged as a playful alteration of 'cucuface', a term that referred to the back of a child's bottom, linking humor to the exposed nature of the skirt when dancers are in motion. The tutu gained popularity in the ballet world during the Romantic period, becoming an essential part of the ballerina's costume, symbolizing grace and femininity. Over the years, the design of the tutu has evolved, with different styles such as the classical tutu and the romantic tutu emerging. Today, tutus are not only limited to professional ballet but have transcended into various forms of dancing and dress-up play for children and adults alike.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,331, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.