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"Danza" is a noun which is often translated as "dance", and "baile" is a noun which is also often translated as "dance". Learn more about the difference between "danza" and "baile" below.
la danza()
A feminine noun is almost always used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la mujer bonita, la luna llena).
1. (fine arts)
a. dance
Alexandra estudió danza en Nueva York, y bailó en obras en Broadway.Alexandra studied dance in New York, and danced in Broadway productions.
el baile()
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
1. (art)
a. dance
A los 15 años, ella entró en un colegio especial dedicado al baile.At 15 years old, she entered a special school dedicated to dance.
a. dancing
El baile es mi pasión, cuando oigo música no puedo resistirme a bailar.Dancing is my passion; when I hear music I can't help but dance.
3. (party)
a. dance
Si quiero ser la reina del baile de fin de curso, tengo que encontrar el vestido perfecto.If a want to be the queen of the prom dance, I have to find the perfect dress.
b. ball
El alcalde está organizando un baile para celebrar el 18 cumpleaños de su hija.The mayor is organizing a ball to celebrate his daughter's 18th birthday.
