tap dancing

tæp ˈdænsɪŋ

Definition

Definition of tap dancing - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

performanceact of performing tap dance

Her tap dancing was the highlight of the show.

clogging

tap dance

performing artsdance style using shoes fitted with metal taps to make rhythmic sounds

She performed an energetic tap dancing routine at the talent show..

clogging

hoofing

Add a suggestion |

Feedback:

Expressions with tap

on tap

adj.

available by turning a tap

The bar has several craft beers on tap.

tap in

enter information using a keyboard

She tapped in her password to access the account.

tap into

access or utilize a resource or source

They managed to tap into the local network to get faster internet.

tap out

submit to an opponent by tapping repeatedly

The fighter had to tap out to avoid injury.

tap on the shoulder

light touch on the shoulder

She felt a tap on the shoulder and turned around.

tap the brakes

slow down or stop a vehicle briefly

He had to tap the brakes to avoid hitting the car in front.

Expressions with dancing

put on one's dancing shoes

prepare oneself mentally for celebration or rejoicing

She put on her dancing shoes before the party started.

ballroom dancing

competitive or recreational couple dancing

Ballroom dancing competitions are held worldwide.

dancing partner

one of a pair of people dancing together

She is my dancing partner for the competition.

dancing school

place where dance classes are taught

She enrolled her daughter in a dancing school to learn ballet..

feel like dancing

want to dance

After hearing the music, I feel like dancing.

line dancing

group dance with synchronized steps in lines

Line dancing is popular at country music events.

clog dancing

traditional dance performed in wooden-soled shoes

Clog dancing is popular in some rural areas.

dad dancing

awkward, enthusiastic dance moves by middle-aged men

His dad dancing at the party made everyone laugh.

dancing queen

woman who loves dancing

She was the dancing queen at every party.

swing dancing

social activity involving swing dance

Swing dancing brings people together at the community center.

Terms with tap dancing included in their meaning

💡 A powerful way to uncover related words, idioms, and expressions linked by the same idea — and explore meaning beyond exact word matches.

soft-shoe dancing

tap dance

tap dancing with shoes that have soft soles

soft-shoe shuffle

dance

tap dancing with soft-soled shoes

hoofer

tap dancing

tap dancer with professional experience

Examples of tap dancing in a sentence

He took tap dancing lessons every weekend.
Tap dancing classes are offered every weekend.
He learned tap dancing for the school play.

View all translations of tap dancing

✨Click below to see the appropriate translations facing each meaning.

French:claquettes, ...
German:Stepptanz, ...
Italian:tip tap, ...
Spanish:claqué, zapateado, ...
Portuguese:sapateado, ...
Chinese:踢踏舞, 踢踏舞蹈, ...
Japanese:タップダンス, タップダンシング, ...
Arabic:رَقْص النَّقْر, رقص التاب, ...
Hebrew:סְטֶפְּס, ...
Russian:чечётка, тап-данс, ...
Ukrainian:чечітка, степ, ...
Hindi:टैप डांसिंग, टैप डांस, ...
Bengali:ট্যাপ নাচ, ...
Catalan:claqué, tap dance, ...
Czech:step, stepování, ...
Danish:stepdans, tap dancing, ...
Dutch:tapdansen, ...
Greek:χορός κλακέτας, ταπ ντάνσινγκ, ...
Hungarian:szteppelés, sztepp, ...
Khmer:ការរាំតប់ស្បែកជើង, របាំតាប, ...
Korean:탭댄스, 탭 댄스, ...
Persian:رقص تپ, رقصی با کفش‌های دارای صفحه‌های فلزی برای ایجاد ضرباهنگ, ...
Polish:stepowanie, ...
Portuguese (BR):sapateado, ...
Romanian:dans step, dans de step, ...
Swedish:steppdans, ...
Thai:การเต้นแท็ป, การเต้นรำแท็ป, ...
Turkish:tap dansı, ...
Vietnamese:múa tap, ...

Discover how Reverso redefines the dictionary

Go beyond “simple words”

100,000 expressions & idioms Understand any expression you come across: from corporate jargon like 💬 touch base or ↩️ circle back to everyday expressions such as 🌊 out of the blue or 🦆 lame duck, as well as idioms like 🍲 spill the beans and 🐎 hold your horses.

40,000 images When you search for a concrete noun or object, images help you grasp the meaning at a glance. Try searching for 🧵 puppytooth, 🎠 merry-go-round, ⚜️ fleur-de-lys, or 💤 bunk bed.

Informal language & slang Everyday conversations are packed with informal expressions and slang. Meanings are clearly tagged, so you'll always know when a word is casual. Look up hangry (😋 hungry + 😡 angry), 😎 rizz, 🕹️ noob, or 🔑 low-key.

Abbreviations & acronyms Quickly decode modern abbreviations and acronyms. Go from IDK to OMG in seconds and stay up to date with popular abbreviations such as 🐐 GOAT, 📜 tl;dr, 👀 POV, or 🖥️ AFK.

Regional usage (US / UK) Reverso highlights regional differences between American and British English. You’ll never have to wonder where a word is commonly used: try lift vs. elevator, courgette vs. zucchini, or popular British slang like dodgy or banter. What’s more, when you search for 'color', you’ll immediately see its British counterpart, 'colour'.

Get more than a simple definition

Translations for each meaning View translations alongside each meaning to see how a word is translated in each context. Simply toggle translations ON and choose among 25+ languages. You can also display the translation of definitions or examples into your native language to deepen your understanding.

Synonyms & related words by meaning View synonyms and related words for each meaning, not just for the word as a whole. This helps you choose the most accurate word for your context. Click the

icon to discover related terms: analogies, antonyms, common collocates, words with same roots, umbrella terms… Try with happening or hunch.

Multiple examples for every meaning Each meaning comes with three real-life examples to show you how the word is used in different contexts. Click the

icon next to the first example to see two additional options and learn to use new vocabulary naturally.

Go from understanding to mastery

Save words for later review Click the

icon to save words you want to revisit. You can also save a specific meaning by clicking on the

icon next to it. For example, you might want to save the word “table” as a verb, which means “to postpone”.

Practice with personalized flashcards Reverso automatically transforms your searches and saved words into personalized flashcards and quizzes, featuring high-quality audio and usage examples. This helps you transform terms you only recognize into words you actually use confidently.

Learn with Netflix, YouTube, and your favorite texts With Reverso Chrome extension, transform movies, TV shows, articles, or song lyrics into an interactive lesson. Look up words and expressions in one click on any website and learn with your favorite content.