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表演 — meaning in English

biǎo yǎn

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English meaning

  • acting adj Temporarily performing the duties of another role or position.
  • display verb To show something openly so it can be seen clearly.
  • perform verb To carry out an action or task.
  • performance noun A live show, such as music, theatre, or dance, presented to an audience.
  • show verb To let someone see something.

Senses

表演 is used for these senses in English:

  • acting (uncountable, drama) The occupation of an actor.
  • display A show or spectacle.
  • perform (intransitive) To exhibit an expected pattern of behavior; to function; to work.
  • performance The act of performing; carrying into execution or action; execution; achievement; accomplishment; representation by action.
  • show (countable) A broadcast program, especially a light entertainment program.

acting — full definition

  1. adj Temporarily performing the duties of another role or position.
  2. noun The profession or craft of performing roles in plays, film, or television.

display — full definition

  1. verb To show something openly so it can be seen clearly.
  2. noun A screen that shows text, images, or graphics.
  3. noun An arrangement of items set out for people to view, often for sale or exhibition.

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