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Pronunciation / Transliteration: di.ɾeˈsɐ̃w
"A direção do documentário exigiu muita paciência."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
The art, process, or occupation of instructing and supervising performers, actors, or film crews.
"Her precise directing brought out the subtle emotional depth of the screenplay." - 2
The act of managing, giving authoritative instructions, or guiding a course of action.
"Successful project execution relies heavily on clear directing from leadership."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the Latin directus, past participle of dirigere meaning 'to align, guide, or straighten', entering English via Middle French in the late 14th century. Over time, the term evolved from physical guidance and administration to encompass artistic leadership in theatre, film, and organizational management.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Directing" is said worldwide
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mise en scène
Transliteration: miz ɑ̃ sɛn
"La mise en scène de ce film est remarquable."
Regie
Transliteration: ʁeˈʒiː
"Die Regie dieses Theaterstücks war hervorragend."
regia
Transliteration: ˈre.dʒa
"La regia del film ha vinto molti premi."
dirección
Transliteration: di.ɾekˈsjon
"La dirección de actores en la obra fue excelente."
direção
Transliteration: di.ɾeˈsɐ̃w
"A direção do documentário exigiu muita paciência."
निर्देशन
Transliteration: nirdeshan
"फिल्म का निर्देशन बहुत ही शानदार था।"
导演
Transliteration: dǎoyǎn
"这部电影的导演技巧非常成熟。"
연출
Transliteration: yeon-chul
"그 영화의 연출은 매우 독창적이었다."
演出
Transliteration: enshutsu
"舞台の演出が観客を魅了した。"
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