war dance
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war dances
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战舞, 战争舞蹈
a ceremonial dance performed by warriors before battle, often to intimidate opponents or to prepare mentally for combat
A war dance is a type of dance performed by various cultures to prepare for, celebrate, or commemorate battles and conflicts. These dances often feature vigorous and powerful movements, including stomping, jumping, and rhythmic gestures, meant to evoke strength, bravery, and unity among participants. War dances are typically accompanied by drumming and chanting, and they can be used to intimidate opponents, honor warriors, or mark victories and important events related to warfare.
- The tribe's warriors gathered around the fire, chanting and performing their traditional war dance to psych themselves up for the impending battle.
部落的战士们聚集在火堆周围，唱着歌，跳着他们传统的战舞，为即将到来的战斗做好心理准备。
- Before entering the battlefield, the soldiers performed a solemn war dance, honoring their ancestors and seeking their blessings for victory.
在进入战场之前，士兵们表演了一场庄严的战舞，以纪念他们的祖先并寻求他们对胜利的祝福。
- The ancient Greeks believed that performing a war dance before a battle would instill valor and unity among the troops.
古希腊人相信，在战斗前表演战舞会在部队中灌输勇气和团结。
- The Maori people of New Zealand have a rich tradition of war dances called haka, which they perform with fierce expressions and rhythmic movements.
新西兰的毛利人有着丰富的战舞传统，称为哈卡，他们以凶猛的表情和节奏感强烈的动作进行表演。
- In many indigenous cultures, the war dance was not only a physical preparation for battle but also a spiritual ritual believed to channel the energies of ancestral warriors.
在许多土著文化中，战舞不仅是为战斗做的身体准备，也是一种精神仪式，被认为可以引导祖先战士的能量。