prance
word
Definition
To walk or move with high, lively steps, usually to show off or express happiness, like a playful horse or a person trying to get attention.
Usage & Nuances
Usually informal and descriptive. Often used for animals (especially horses), but also for people acting playful or trying to impress. Common in phrases like 'prance around.' Not used for casual or normal walking.
Spanish: relinchar (caballo) - saltar alegremente - pavonearsePortuguese (BR): saltitar alegremente - pavonear-sePortuguese (PT): saltitar alegremente - pavonear-seChinese (Simplified): 欢跃地走 - 昂首阔步Chinese (Traditional): 歡躍地走 - 昂首闊步Hindi: इतराते हुए चलना - उछलनाArabic: يتبختر - يقفز مبتهجًا
Example Sentences
The horse began to prance when it heard the music.
basic
Children like to prance around the playground after school.
basic
The dancer pranced across the stage gracefully.
basic
He likes to prance around the office when he closes a big deal.
natural
She pranced into the room, full of excitement.
natural
Don't just prance around—help us clean up!
natural