Pointe Meaning
/pwæ̃t/Definition, CEFR level A2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe tip of the toe; a ballet position executed with the tip of the toe.
Sentence Examples
Have you ever worn ballet pointe shoes?
CEFR Practice Quiz
The ballerina danced on ____ for the entire performance at the show.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ballerina danced en ____, her weight balanced perfectly on the tips of her toes.
Word Origin & History
From French pointe (“point, tip”). Doublet of point, ponto, puncto, punctum, punt, and punto.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The ballerina danced on ____ for the entire performance at the show.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ballerina danced en ____, her weight balanced perfectly on the tips of her toes.