bailar
verbCEFR A1High frequency
What does “bailar” mean in English?
to dance
Example sentences
Bailamos en la fiesta.
We dance at the party.
Sé bailar salsa.
I know how to dance salsa.
¿Bailas conmigo?
Will you dance with me?
How to use it
Bailar means 'to dance'. Regular -ar verb. Often paired with con + person ('bailar con María') or specific dance type.
Common mistake
Use 'saber bailar [type]' for 'know how to dance [X]': 'sé bailar salsa'. Don't say 'sé cómo bailar salsa' (over-translation from English).
Forms of bailar
- Present
- bailo, bailas, baila, bailamos, bailáis, bailan