công diễn
Definition
- Verb:
- To perform publicly / to stage a public performance: The primary meaning of "công diễn" refers to the act of presenting a theatrical, musical, or dance performance to a general audience. It emphasizes the public and often formal nature of the performance.
Usage Examples
- Verb:
- Vở kịch mới sẽ được công diễn vào tối mai. (The new play will be publicly performed tomorrow evening.)
- Đoàn nghệ thuật đang công diễn tại nhà hát lớn. (The art troupe is performing publicly at the grand theater.)
- Buổi công diễn đó đã thu hút hàng nghìn khán giả. (That public performance attracted thousands of spectators.)
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used in formal or official contexts related to culture and arts, such as for premieres, special showings, or performances in state-run theaters.
- It can imply a sense of ceremony or official presentation, distinguishing it from a routine or rehearsal show.
Variants and Related Words
Biểu diễn (v): to perform, to show. This is a more general term for performing and can be used in both public and private contexts.
- Cô ấy biểu diễn piano rất hay. (She performs the piano very well.)
Trình diễn (v): to demonstrate, to present (often used for fashion shows or technology demonstrations).
- Nhà thiết kế sẽ trình diễn bộ sưu tập mới. (The designer will present the new collection.)
Synonyms
- To stage: to present a performance on a stage.
- To present publicly: to show or perform for an open audience.
- To perform officially: to give a formal performance.
Related Phrases
Buổi công diễn (n): a public performance session/show.
- Buổi công diễn đầu tiên rất thành công. (The first public show was very successful.)
Công diễn lần đầu: to premiere, to have a first public performance.
- Vở ballet này công diễn lần đầu vào năm 1990. (This ballet premiered in 1990.)