Japanese

まい
Meaning: dance (traditional Japanese dance)
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

舞

Example sentences

The audience was all captivated by her elegant dance.
その能の舞は幽玄の美を湛えていた
The dance of that Noh play was filled with a profound and mysterious beauty.
その妓女は優れた歌と舞で客を魅了した。
The courtesan fascinated the guests with her excellent singing and dancing.
祭典では、干戚羽旄の舞が厳かに奉納された。
At the ceremony, the martial and civil dances were solemnly offered.

Usage Notes

Specifically refers to traditional Japanese dance styles that often involve slow, deliberate movements.

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