How many different dances in the world?

It is difficult to determine an exact number for the different dances in the world as there are over 195 countries and countless cultures, leading to a vast variety of dance forms. Dances differ based on social, ritualistic, traditional, and ethnic practices, and new dance forms continue to emerge. However, some estimates suggest that there are over several thousand to even tens of thousands of different dance styles and traditions around the globe, representing the diverse artistic, cultural, and historical heritage of humanity.