演唱会
yǎnchànghuìnoun★Intermediate— concert
formal
A live musical performance where one or more singers perform songs for an audience.
我们计划下个月去参加张学友的演唱会。
We plan to attend Jacky Cheung's concert next month.
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The term is commonly used to refer to large-scale musical events featuring popular singers or bands.
Related Phrases
💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
'演唱会' is often used for pop or rock concerts, while '音乐会' is more general and can include classical music performances.
⚡Gold Rule
Correct Usage
Use '演唱会' when referring specifically to singing performances, and '音乐会' for broader musical events.
📖Word Origin
Derived from '演唱' (to sing) and '会' (gathering or event), literally meaning 'singing gathering'.
📝Usage Notes
While '音乐会' can also mean 'concert', '演唱会' specifically emphasizes singing performances rather than instrumental music.
Word Breakdown
演唱
to sing
root会
gathering or event
suffix汉英词典