Tanz
Meaning and Usage
Tanz means "dance" in German. It refers to the rhythmic movement of the body in a patterned way, often to music, as an expression of emotions or as a form of entertainment.
Linguistic Analysis
The word "Tanz" originates from the Middle High German word "danc," and its ultimate origin is the Old High German "dans." It is a masculine noun in German.
Comparisons between German and English
The word "Tanz" is similar to the English word "dance" both in meaning and pronunciation.
Cultural Context
Germany has a rich dance tradition, from folk dances to classical ballet and contemporary dance. The country is also known for its vibrant club and electronic music scene, which further contributes to the diversity of dance styles and culture.
Example Sentences
- Sie liebt es, zu klassischer Musik zu tanzen. (She loves to dance to classical music.)
- Der Tanz ist eine kreative Ausdrucksform. (Dance is a creative form of expression.)
Memory Tips
Associate the word "Tanz" with the English word "dance" to help remember its meaning.
Additional Vocabulary
- der Tänzer (masc.) / die Tänzerin (fem.) - dancer
- tanzen - to dance
- der Tanzsaal - dance hall
Gender and Plural (for nouns)
- Gender: masculine
- Plural: die Tänze
Conjugation (for verbs)
The verb "tanzen":
- ich tanze (I dance)
- du tanzt (you dance)
- er/sie/es tanzt (he/she/it dances)
- wir tanzen (we dance)
- ihr tanzt (you all dance)
- sie tanzen (they dance)