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Eurovision
YOORR-uh-vihzh-uhn
Eurovision (name) means the annual televised song contest in which countries across Europe (and a few beyond) compete with original songs. Example: “She stayed up to watch the Eurovision final with friends.”
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The annual televised song contest in which countries across Europe (and a few beyond) compete with original songs.
"She stayed up to watch the Eurovision final with friends."
"Eurovision is famous for its over-the-top staging and quirky voting system."
How to use Eurovision
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe big pan-European TV song competition.
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Word forms
- Plural
- Eurovisions
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Etymology
A trademark blend of Euro- and vision, originally naming the European broadcasting network that created the contest.
Rhymes for Eurovision
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Eurovision” mean?
The word “Eurovision” means the annual televised song contest in which countries across Europe (and a few beyond) compete with original songs. In plain terms, the big pan-European TV song competition.
How do you pronounce “Eurovision”?
“Eurovision” is pronounced YOORR-uh-vihzh-uhn (/ˈjɝ.ə(ˌ)vɪʒ.ən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Eurovision” in a sentence?
Here is “Eurovision” used in a sentence: “She stayed up to watch the Eurovision final with friends.”
What part of speech is “Eurovision”?
“Eurovision” is a name.
Is “Eurovision” a common word?
“Eurovision” is an uncommon word in modern English.
