What is the Feminine Gender of a Dancer? (Dancer Opposite Gender)

Dancer Gender: A Clear Comparison

This table shows that the title for a dancer does not change with gender.

What is a Dancer?

A dancer is a person who moves their body rhythmically, usually to music. It can be a hobby or a professional career. The term covers all forms of dance, from classical like Bharatanatyam to modern styles like hip-hop.

A Gender-Neutral Title (with an exception)

The word dancer is a gender-neutral title. It is the correct and respectful term for anyone who dances.

However, there is one major exception in the world of ballet, which has its own specific gendered terms:

• A female ballet dancer is called a ballerina.
• A male ballet dancer is called a danseur.

Outside of classical ballet, 'dancer' is the standard term for everyone.