choreography
Choreography (noun) means the art or practice of designing and arranging dance movements or sequences of staged movement. Example: “The choreography for the finale was breathtaking.”
How to use choreography
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe designing and arranging of dance or movement, especially for performance.
Word forms
choreographies plural
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The _____ for the finale was breathtaking.
Etymology
Borrowed from French chorégraphie, from Ancient Greek khoreía ("dance") plus -graphia ("writing, recording").
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “choreography” mean?
The word “choreography” means the art or practice of designing and arranging dance movements or sequences of staged movement. In plain terms, the designing and arranging of dance or movement, especially for performance.
How do you pronounce “choreography”?
“Choreography” is pronounced ko-ree-OG-ruh-fee (/ˌkɔɹiˈɑɡɹəfi/ in IPA).
How do you use “choreography” in a sentence?
Here is “choreography” used in a sentence: “The choreography for the finale was breathtaking.”
What part of speech is “choreography”?
“Choreography” is a noun.
Where does the word “choreography” come from?
The word “choreography” comes from Ancient Greek. Borrowed from French chorégraphie, from Ancient Greek khoreía ("dance") plus -graphia ("writing, recording").
Is “choreography” a common word?
“Choreography” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.
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