Waltz
/wɔːlts/noun
A lively dance characterized by a triple meter and a strong emphasis on the first beat.
Did you know?The term 'waltz' is derived from the German word 'walzen', meaning 'to roll or turn', evoking the swirling movements of this enchanting dance.
Etymological Timeline
Middle High German
German
walzen
“to turn, roll, or spin”
Early 16th Century
Latin
volvĕre
“to roll, turn over, or twist”
17th Century
Italian
valzer
“a dance in triple time”
18th Century
French
valse
“to dance in a whirling manner”
19th Century
English
waltz
“a dance performed in a lively triple meter, often associated with courtship and social gatherings.”