allemande

[US]/ˌal.əˈmɑːnd/
[UK]/ˌæl.əˈmɑːnd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A type of dance that originated in Germany as a folk dance, but developed into a court dance in France during the 17th and 18th centuries.
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Phrases & Collocations

allemande left

allemande right

the allemande dance

perform an allemande

the allemande figure

Example Sentences

the couple performed an allemande at their wedding reception.

she learned the allemande as a child at ballet class.

the music for the allemande was lively and upbeat.

he enjoyed the elegance and grace of the allemande.

the dancers executed the allemande with precision and skill.

the allemande is a traditional dance from the baroque era.

learning the allemande can improve your coordination and balance.

the allemande is often performed at formal events and balls.

she felt a sense of nostalgia watching the dancers perform the allemande.

the music swelled as the dancers moved gracefully through the allemande.

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