Meaning
演出 means to perform or give a performance, commonly used for theatrical shows, concerts, and other staged entertainment. As a noun, it refers to the performance itself. The word combines 演 (to act, to演示) and 出 (to come out, to produce), literally meaning 'to act out' or 'to bring forth a performance.'
Usage
演出 is a neutral, formal term used in both written and spoken contexts. It applies to all types of performances including theater, dance, music concerts, and opera. Commonly used with time expressions (今晚演出 'tonight's performance') and location markers (在剧院演出 'perform at the theater'). Native speakers often use it as a noun when buying tickets or discussing show schedules.
Examples
- 01今晚的演出七点开始，请提前入场。, .Tonight's performance starts at seven o'clock, please enter early.
- 02她在这部音乐剧中演出了主角。.She performed the leading role in this musical.
Characters
Measure words
- 场一场演出
- 次三次演出
Common collocations
- 精彩的演出wonderful performance
- 现场演出live performance
- 演出结束the performance ends
- 参加演出to participate in a performance
Antonyms
Origin
The character 演 originally meant to flow or演示, evolving to mean 'to perform' in theatrical contexts. Combined with 出 (to come out), the compound suggests bringing a performance out to the public.