throw some shapes
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Meaning · English
To dance.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
So put on your favourite tunes and throw some shapes.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “throw some shapes” mean?
To dance.
Is “throw some shapes” formal or informal?
throw some shapes is generally slang.