khai diễn
Definition
- Verb:
- To begin a performance; to open (a show, play, or event): "Khai diễn" refers to the act of starting or inaugurating a public performance, such as a play, concert, or show. It marks the official commencement of the event for the audience.
Usage Examples
- Verb:
- Buổi hòa nhạc sẽ khai diễn lúc 8 giờ tối. (The concert will begin at 8 p.m.)
- Vở kịch mới của đạo diễn trẻ đã khai diễn thành công tối qua. (The new play by the young director opened successfully last night.)
- Lễ hội sẽ khai diễn với màn pháo hoa rực rỡ. (The festival will open with a magnificent fireworks display.)
Advanced Usage
- "Lúc khai diễn" / "Giờ khai diễn": At the opening time; the curtain time.
- Khán giả nên có mặt trước giờ khai diễn 15 phút. (The audience should be present 15 minutes before the curtain time.)
Variants and Related Words
- Khai mạc (verb): To inaugurate, to open (used for conferences, exhibitions, ceremonies). While "khai mạc" is for formal ceremonies, "khai diễn" is specifically for performances/shows.
- Bắt đầu (verb): To start, to begin (a general term).
- Mở màn (verb): To raise the curtain; to open (a performance). This is a close synonym often used interchangeably with "khai diễn" in the context of shows.
Synonyms
- Bắt đầu biểu diễn: To begin performing.
- Mở màn: To raise the curtain; to open.
Related Phrases
- Buổi khai diễn (noun phrase): The opening performance; the premiere.
- Buổi khai diễn thu hút đông đảo khán giả. (The premiere attracted a large audience.)