A jump in ballet in which the dancer takes off from one leg and lands on the other, with the working leg extended to the front, side, or back.
Here's a breakdown of the key elements:
* Jump: It's a leap, not a hop. The dancer leaves the ground for a noticeable amount of time.
* One leg to the other: The dancer pushes off with one leg and lands on the other.
* Extended working leg: The leg that's not used for the jump is extended in a straight line, either to the front, side, or back.
The jeté is a fundamental ballet movement, and there are many variations depending on the direction and position of the working leg.