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waltz

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Noun — A ballroom dance in triple time, or the music written for it.

How to use waltz

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

waltz in waltz off with a slow waltz

Etymology

From German Walzer, from walzen "to turn" or "to roll" — the dance is named for its distinctive turning, gliding steps.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “waltz” mean?

The word “waltz” means a ballroom dance in triple time, or the music written for it. In plain terms, a graceful three-beat ballroom dance — or, informally, breezing into somewhere like you own the place.

How do you pronounce “waltz”?

“Waltz” is pronounced wolts (/wɔlts/ in IPA).

How do you use “waltz” in a sentence?

Here is “waltz” used in a sentence: “They opened the wedding reception with a slow waltz.”

What part of speech is “waltz”?

Depending on how it is used, “waltz” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “waltz” come from?

The word “waltz” comes from German. From German Walzer, from walzen "to turn" or "to roll" — the dance is named for its distinctive turning, gliding steps.

Is “waltz” a common word?

“Waltz” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “waltz” have?

“Waltz” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a ballroom dance in triple time, or the music written for it.

Related words

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