How to Say ‘The waltz’ in French
La valse
lah vahls
[lah vahls]
💬 Usage Tip: The article 'la' indicates femininity, common for dance styles in French.
🇫🇷 In France: Often associated with classical music, the waltz symbolizes romance and grace in French culture.
Phrase Breakdown
La
[lah]
The
Definite article used to specify a singular noun.
Il adore la valse et la danse chaque samedi.
He loves the waltz and dances it every Saturday.
valse
[vahls]
Waltz
A ballroom dance characterized by its smooth progressive style.
Elle a pris des leçons pour maîtriser la valse.
She took lessons to master the waltz.
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