Definition and meaning of English word "ballet"
ballet
/bæˈleɪ/
How to use
The term 'ballet' refers to a classical form of dance. A common mistake is to confuse 'ballet' with 'ballerina', which refers to a female ballet dancer. 'Ballet' can be used as a countable or uncountable noun, e.g., 'a ballet performance' or 'ballet is a beautiful art form'.
🇬🇧 English
ballet
Example
She trained rigorously for years before landing a leading role in the national ballet.
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- ballet performance— ballet performance
- ballet dancer— ballet dancer
- ballet company— ballet company
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What does the English word "ballet" mean?▼
The English word "ballet" means "ballet" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "She trained rigorously for years before landing a leading role in the national ballet." (which translates as "ballet").
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