danceable

American  

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

adjective

1. appropriate for or conducive to dancing.

   danceable music.

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Other Word Forms

• danceability noun
• undanceable adjective

Etymology

Origin of danceable

First recorded in 1855–60; dance + -able

Example Sentences

Sinatra’s idea, however, was to start with love songs and put them into a swinging, danceable tempo, but at the same time to retain their intrinsic intimacy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 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

To their many fans, Kneecap are relatable, hedonistic provocateurs, mixing rapid-fire anti-establishment lyrics that aim to give a voice to the oppressed with danceable bass-heavy beats.

From BBC • May 23, 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