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danceable

American  
[dan-suh-buhl, dahn-] / ˈdæn sə bəl, ˈdɑn- /

adjective

  1. appropriate for or conducive to dancing.

    danceable music.


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Etymology

Origin of danceable

First recorded in 1855–60; dance + -able


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You don't need to understand the lyrics - or to have grown up with the more native sounds - to be swept up in his universally danceable rhythms, cinematic samples and infectious hooks.

From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2026

One of these, “Out of Myself,” is great—it’s an effortlessly catchy and dynamic number that would have worked well next to the danceable tunes on “Brat.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 17, 2026

The events almost didn’t happen: After a supporter emailed requesting a themed night, Lyman hadn’t considered it before because the show’s soundtrack has limited danceable music.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 18, 2026

Tracks like the Saja Boys’ “Soda Pop” are legitimately catchy and universally danceable, and most of the lyrical messaging is empowering.

From Salon ● Dec. 14, 2025

Ed chose his music carefully, his dances having an opening act of excitement and greeting, a middle of pulsating, very danceable songs interspersed with romantic interludes, and then the inevitable ending.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam

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