🇫🇷French Source WordCode: FR

spectacle

Pronunciation / Transliteration: spɛktakl

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Stage-show/ˈsteɪdʒ ʃoʊ/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇫🇷 Example Sentence in French:

"Le spectacle a captivé le public avec ses performances impressionnantes."

Comprehensive Definitions & Senses

2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A performance presented on a stage, typically involving actors, musicians, or dancers.

    "The stage-show captivated the audience with its stunning visuals and powerful performances."
  2. 2

    A public performance or exhibition, often featuring a variety of acts.

    "The annual stage-show included everything from drama to musical performances."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'stage-show' is a compound word formed from 'stage', which originates from the Latin 'stare' meaning 'to stand', and 'show', derived from the Old English 'sceawian' meaning 'to look at'. The combination reflects the evolution of theatrical performances from ancient times to modern entertainment.

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