prancing
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈprænsɪŋ/
KK: /prænsɪŋ/
adjective
Definition
Moving with a lively, springy step, often in a playful or spirited manner.
Example
The horse was prancing around the field, showing off its energy.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more prancing
Superlative: most prancing
Conversation
Did you see that dog prancing around the park yesterday?
Yeah, it was so cute and full of energy!
I love how happy they look when they're prancing like that.
Absolutely, it always makes me smile to watch them.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
frolicsome
playful
sprightly
Antonyms
lethargic
listless
sluggish
verb
Definition
To move with high, springy steps, often in a lively or playful manner.
Example
The horse was prancing around the field, showing off its energy.
Tense Forms
Past: pranced
Past Participle: pranced
Conversation
Did you see the little girl prancing around in the park yesterday?
Yeah, it was so cute! She looked so happy.
I love how children prance like they own the world.
Root Explanation
Prancing → It is formed from "prance" (of uncertain origin, possibly imitative of the sound of a horse's hooves) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating the action or process). The word "prancing" describes the action of moving with high, springy steps, often associated with horses.
Memory Tip
Imagine a horse making a lively, springy movement — that's what prancing means, capturing the essence of lively action.
Visually Confused Words
racing
romancing
proracing
preracing
preaching
planching
branching
tracing