Spanish Conversation · Level 138
44 words
Spanish word
bailarín
Pronunciation
IPA/bajlaˈɾin/
Meaning
- masculine noundancer
Example
En el teatro vimos a un bailarín.
In the theater we saw a dancer.
More examples
El bailarín profesional dio una clase magistral.
The professional dancer gave a master class.
Core concept
Stage performer who executes choreographed dance pieces.
Common phrases
bailarín de ballet
ballet dancer
bailarín profesional
professional dancer
bailarín principal
principal dancer
Similar words
bailarina: Female dancer trained for theatrical shows who performs set choreography on stage.
Definition in Spanish
Artista que interpreta la danza en espectáculos, con frecuencia con formación técnica y repertorio específico.
Word origin
From Spanish bailar 'to dance' plus the agentive suffix -ín meaning 'person who', with bailar ultimately from Latin ballare 'to dance'.
Usage tips
- Bailarín usually denotes a trained performer in shows, so in casual talk speakers often say 'le gusta bailar' or 'baila muy bien' instead of calling someone a bailarín.