mou5 dou6舞蹈
Jyutpingmou5 dou6
Yalemóuh douh
Definition
Dance; a series of movements that match the speed and rhythm of music.
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How it's used
Refers to the formal, artistic, or academic concept of dance, whereas the everyday spoken word is simply 舞. It is commonly found in names of institutions, professional performance titles, or formal descriptions of movement. Using it in casual conversation about going to a club or dancing at a party sounds overly stiff or pretentious.
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Do you like watching dance performances?
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Common mistake
Learners often use this word in casual contexts where 跳舞 is the correct verb or 舞 is the correct noun. Remember that 舞蹈 is a noun for the art form, while 跳舞 is the action of dancing.
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