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hành vật
/hàɲˀvə̀tˀ/
act of performing
Hôm nay anh ấy có buổi hành vật trên sân khấu.
Today he has a performance act on stage.
formal
An act or performance, often referring to a public display of skill or artistry, typically on stage.
Buổi hành vật của cô ấy thu hút sự chú ý của khán giả.
Her performance act drew the audience's attention.
Anh ấy được đào tạo bài bản để tham gia các buổi hành vật chuyên nghiệp.
He was professionally trained to participate in professional performance acts.
Commonly used in contexts involving stage performances, such as theater, music, or public events.
Pro Tip
Distinguish from 'biểu diễn'
'Hành vật' often carries a slightly more formal or artistic connotation than 'biểu diễn' (to perform), which is more general and can refer to any act of performing, including sports or casual activities.
Word Origin
Compound of 'hành' (to act, perform) and 'vật' (thing, act). 'Hành' derives from Sino-Vietnamese 'hành' (行), meaning 'to act' or 'to do', while 'vật' comes from 'vật' (物), meaning 'thing' or 'act' in a performative sense.
Usage Notes
The term is often used in formal or artistic contexts to describe a deliberate performance or act, rather than casual or everyday activities. It can imply a structured or rehearsed presentation.
Word Breakdown
hành
to act, perform
rootvật
thing, act (in a performative sense)
rootTừ Điển Việt Anh