Basic Details
Word: Dancing
Part of Speech: Verb (also works as a noun)
Meaning: Moving your body in a way that is rhythmic and usually involves music.
Synonyms: Spinning, twirling, prancing
Antonyms: Sitting, standing still, stillness
Idioms and Phrases
- Dance to your own tune: To do what you want in life, regardless of what others say. Example: "She decided to leave the corporate job and travel the world; shes always danced to her own tune."
- It takes two to tango: A situation usually requires two people; its not just one person's responsibility. Example: "In our project, it takes two to tango, so we must work together to succeed."
Usage Examples
Example 1: On Saturday, we went to the community centre where everyone was dancing joyfully at the festival.
Example 2: She loves dancing so much that she takes classes every week to learn new styles.
Example 3: During the wedding, the couple performed their first dance, and everyone watched them dancing with delight.
Fun Fact
Did you know that dancing has been a part of human culture for thousands of years? It was often used in rituals, celebrations, and social gatherings in ancient societies.
Famous Quote
"Dance is the hidden language of the soul." Martha Graham
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "dancing" mean?
a) Sitting quietly
b) Talking loudly
c) Moving rhythmically to music
d) Cooking dinner
Answer: c) Moving rhythmically to music
2. Which of these is a synonym of "dancing"?
a) Holding
b) Sitting
c) Spinning
d) Eating
Answer: c) Spinning
3. Which is an antonym of "dancing"?
a) Jumping
b) Running
c) Sitting
d) Skipping
Answer: c) Sitting
4. Which sentence uses "dancing" correctly?
a) The children are dancing in the garden.
b) The dog was dancing up the tree.
c) The computer is dancing very quickly.
d) The book is dancing on the shelf.
Answer: a) The children are dancing in the garden.
5. Which idiom relates to "dancing"?
a) It takes two to tango
b) Flying on a cloud
c) Running in circles
d) Catching a cold
Answer: a) It takes two to tango
