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The Irish is a three-sound step consisting of a shuffle followed by a ball change; it is a traditional tap step that contains the basic elements of rhythm.

The ball change is a quick change of weight from the ball of one foot to the other and is frequently used to transition between steps in tap dance routines.

The toe stand is a move where the dancer balances on the tips of their tap shoes, often performed at the end of combinations to add dramatic effect or to hold a pose.

A double pullback involves hopping and executing a backward brush with both feet twice, creating two sounds, and is used for adding rhythmic excitement to tap dance numbers.

A single pullback is done by hopping on one foot while executing a backward brush with the other foot to make a single sound, often used to add sharpness to dance phrases.

The Cincinnati is a footwork pattern starting with a shuffle on one foot, followed by a flap on the other, and ending with a heel drop, often used for rhythmic accentuation.

Drawbacks are steps that start with a step back, followed by a heel drop and then a toe tap, often being used to move the dancer backwards while maintaining rhythm.

Falls are a move where the dancer performs a controlled slide off the heel or ball of one foot to transfer weight smoothly and are used in tap to create a fluid motion.

Heel drops are produced by dropping the heel of one foot to create a sharp sound, often incorporated after other steps to add rhythmic punctuation to tap sequences.

Over-the-tops are a type of step where the dancer leaps from one foot to the other in a fluid, hopping motion, often used in combination with other steps to create dynamic sequences.

Time steps are traditional tap combinations that set the rhythm and tempo of a performance. They typically start with a stomp and include a variety of steps, such as flaps and shuffles.

A stamp is a heavy step on the entire foot without weight transfer, often used in tap to mark the beginning of a new phrase or to accentuate a beat.

A chug is a forward movement made by lifting the heels and pushing the balls of the feet into the floor, creating a heavy sound, often used to move forward dynamically.

A stomp is similar to a stamp but involves hitting the floor with the ball of the foot with weight transfer, and is often used to start rhythms or as a percussive element.

A leap is a jump from one foot to the other, with one foot typically kicking outwards to create a linear motion. Leaps add a sense of flight and elegance to tap dancing.

A flap consists of a brush forward with the ball of the foot and a step down with the same foot; it's often used in tap dance choreography to create flowing sequences.

Paddle and roll is a combination that involves alternating heel and toe drops in a repetitive, rolling rhythm, used to create lengthy, flowing tap sequences.

A wing is a complex step where the dancer swings one foot outwards and brushes it back inwards to make a striking sound; this step is often used to showcase skill and agility.

The toe heel is a two-sound movement involving tapping the toe tap on the floor followed immediately by the heel tap, contributing to varied rhythms in tap dancing.

A hop is a basic movement where the dancer jumps up on one foot and lands on the same foot, often used as a building block for more complex steps and rhythmic patterns.

A jump involves taking off with two feet and landing on two feet, used in tap dance both to create height in performances and as a way to produce clear, loud sounds.

Pickups are executed by hitting the inside edge of the tap shoe on the ground and then springing onto the ball of the foot, often used to create a sharp, accented sound in tap dance.

The shuffle is a brush forward and backward with one foot; it's a fundamental movement in tap dance for creating rhythm and building combinations.

The Maxie Ford is a step that involves a shuffle, a leap onto the same foot, and a toe tap on the opposite foot; it's named after the famous tapper Maxie Ford and adds complexity to routines.

The cramp roll turn is a variation of the cramp roll that adds a turning movement. It involves the same four-sound stepping pattern but with a rotational movement.

A riffle combines a riff with a shuffle to create a longer and more complex sound pattern, often used to showcase advanced techniques and rhythm control.

The triple pullback is a further progression that includes hopping and doing a backward brush with both feet three times, making it a highly advanced and thrilling step in tap.

Essence is a classic tap step that combines a brush, heel, toe-heel, and cross, often found in more traditional tap routines, sometimes called the 'essence step' or 'falling off the log'.

Pullbacks are challenging steps that require the dancer to spring off the ground and execute a backward brush with both feet, making them a powerful display of strength and rhythm.

A cramproll is a four-sound step that involves stepping with one foot, then the other, and then a heel drop with each foot, sequentially; it is often used for dynamic weight shifting in routines.

Soft shoe is a style of tap dancing that is characterized by smooth, graceful movements and a more mellow sound, done with lighter contact of the shoes on the floor.

The toe tap is a simple tap made with the toe or ball of the foot, often used to punctuate the end of a step or to keep time between more complex moves.

A buffalo is a three-sound step starting with a leap (or jump) from one foot, followed by a shuffle with the other foot, and ending with a leap back onto the first foot; it adds a light, jumping quality to dance sequences.

Slides consist of a gliding motion across the floor with one foot while maintaining weight on the other, used in tap dance to provide a visual contrast to the audible rhythms.

The nerve tap is a quick, repetitive tap made by striking the ball of the foot against the floor rapidly, and is used in tap to create a buzzing, vibratory sound.

A riff is a syncopated sound made by scraping the toe tap against the floor and then striking it, typically used to add complexity and texture to tap dance choreography.

A scuffle is performed by executing a shuffle with one foot followed by hitting the toe or heel tap, creating a rhythm that can be used for emphasis in routines.

Trench is a step where the dancer drags the ball of the foot across the floor, creating friction and sound, often used in combination with other steps for creating varied textures.