What is another word for polonaise?

Pronunciation: [pˌɒlənˈe͡ɪz] (IPA)

The Polonaise is a traditional Polish dance that gained popularity in 18th-century European courts. Synonyms for Polonaise include the Polish word "Polonez," which refers to the same dance in Polish culture. Other synonyms for Polonaise include "Polka Mazurka," which is a combination of the Polka and Mazurka dances. "Krakowiak," a regional variation of the Polonaise from Krakow. The "Redowa," a ballroom dance that has similarities to the Polonaise. "Kujawiak," another regional variation of the Polonaise from the Kujawy region of Poland. These synonyms highlight the diversity of traditional Polish dances and the important role that the Polonaise played in shaping European dance culture.

What are the hypernyms for Polonaise?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Polonaise?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for polonaise (as nouns)

Usage examples for Polonaise

"Play," he said, as harsh as could be, and I dashed off the Military polonaise of Chopin.
"Melomaniacs"
James Huneker
The piece was Liszt's polonaise in E. My brave girl, how proud I felt of her as she began.
"Melomaniacs"
James Huneker
Charmian was playing a polonaise of Chopin's on a cottage piano.
"The Way of Ambition"
Robert Hichens

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