No. 7,116 in Dutch
ballet
A form of artistic dance performed to music using precise and formalized set steps and gestures.
In a sentence
Ik kijk graag naar een balletvoorstelling.
I enjoy watching a ballet performance.
Here, 'ballet' refers to the performance or production in the context of dance.
Mijn dochter zit op ballet.
My daughter takes ballet lessons.
In this case, 'ballet' refers to the dance discipline or activity itself.
Het moderne ballet combineert dans met theater.
Modern ballet combines dance with theater.
Here, 'ballet' signifies the art form, emphasizing its style and creative aspects.
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