Plié

Pronunciation: /pliˈeɪ/

Definitions of plié

noun a movement in which a dancer bends the knees and straightens them again, usually with the feet turned out and heels firmly on the ground

Example Sentences

A1 A plié is a basic ballet move where the dancer bends their knees.

A2 During the ballet class, the instructor emphasized the importance of proper pliés.

B1 The dancer's plié was graceful and controlled, showcasing their technical skill.

B2 In ballet, a plié is often used as a transition between different movements.

C1 The dancer's plié demonstrated a deep understanding of the art form and its nuances.

C2 Her plié was executed with such precision and fluidity that it left the audience in awe.

Examples of plié in a Sentence

formal The ballet dancer executed a perfect plié during the performance.

informal Make sure to bend your knees when you do a plié in ballet class.

slang I can't wait to nail that plié move in our dance routine.

figurative In order to navigate through life's challenges, sometimes you need to plié and gracefully move forward.

Grammatical Forms of plié

• past tense: pliéd
• plural: pliés
• comparative: more plié
• superlative: most plié
• present tense: plié
• future tense: will plié
• perfect tense: have pliéd
• continuous tense: is plié
• singular: plié
• positive degree: plié
• infinitive: to plié
• gerund: pliéing
• participle: pliéed

Origin and Evolution of plié

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: French

Story behind the word: The word 'plié' originated from the French language.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in ballet to describe a bending of the knees with the feet remaining flat on the floor, the term 'plié' has since been adopted in various other dance forms and fitness practices to refer to a similar movement involving a controlled bending of the knees.