Pointes, often spelled "points" in English, can refer to the toe shoes worn by ballet dancers, as well as to the ballet technique of dancing on the tips of one's toes. Synonyms for "pointes" might include "toe shoes," "ballet slippers," or simply "ballet shoes." When referring to the technique of dancing on pointe, synonyms might include "on point," "en pointe," or "tip-toe dancing." These terms all describe the challenging and elegant feat of ballet dancers dancing on the tips of their toes, requiring strength, skill, and practice to master.