🇮🇳Hindi Source WordCode: HI

समकालीन नृत्य

Pronunciation / Transliteration: samkaleen nritya

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Contemporary Dance/kənˈtɛmpəˌrɛri dæns/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇮🇳 Example Sentence in Hindi:

"समकालीन नृत्य में भावनाओं का गहरा प्रभाव होता है।"

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A genre of dance that emerged in the mid-20th century, characterized by its versatility and the incorporation of various dance styles.

    "The contemporary dance performance captivated the audience with its fluid movements and emotional depth."
  2. 2

    A style of dance that often reflects current social themes and personal expression.

    "Many contemporary dance pieces explore themes of identity and community."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'contemporary' originates from the Latin word 'contemporarius', meaning 'of the same time'. 'Dance' comes from the Old French 'dancer', which has roots in the Latin 'dancare'. The combination reflects a modern style of dance that emerged in the mid-20th century, blending various techniques and emphasizing expression.

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