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perform

perform

Meaning of perform

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British English/pəˈfɔːm/
American English/pərˈfɔrm/
Chinese pronunciation in Latin lettersbiǎo yǎn
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perform with Chinese translation

perform usage examples

🇨🇳Chinese🇬🇧English

The troupe will perform traditional songs at the square.

🇨🇳Chinese🇬🇧English

Each year children perform in a folk play.

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perform belongs to the topic "Skills and Career". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

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exam考试
homework家庭作业
grade成绩
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perform synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between perform / take the stage / give a show / speak / act / play

T
🇬🇧English
take the stage

Idiom meaning to go onto the stage or begin performing; focuses on the act of starting.

B1Rarely

She took the stage to a standing ovation.

G
🇬🇧English
give a show

To put on a show; emphasizes organizing/performing an entire entertainment event.

A2Often

They gave a show at the club every Friday.

🇬🇧English

To talk or deliver a speech; narrower than 'perform' when meaning 'to entertain'.

A1Very Often

She will speak about climate change at the conference.

🇬🇧English

To perform as an actor or to behave in a certain way; usually used for drama/acting.

A1Very Often

He will act in the new play next month.

🇬🇧English

To perform music or to portray a role; narrower than general 'perform'.

A1Very Often

She will play the lead violin part at the concert.

🇬🇧English

To show up or make an appearance (on stage/TV); may not imply full performance.

A2Often

The singer will appear on the late-night show tomorrow.

🇬🇧English

To give or show something (a talk, report, or programme); often formal and info-focused.

A2Often

She will present her research at the seminar.

🇬🇧English

To amuse or provide enjoyment to an audience; implies intention to amuse rather than just appear.

A2Often

The comedian entertained the crowd for an hour.

S
🇬🇧English
showcase

To display or highlight talent or work; often used about opportunities to exhibit skills.

B1Rarely

The festival showcases emerging artists every year.

H
🇬🇧English
headline

To be the main or top-billed performer at an event; specific role within a bill.

B1Often

The band will headline the summer festival.

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How to pronounce perform and what this word means

perform means perform. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce perform

/pəˈfɔːm/

perform translation

perform

perform examples

The troupe will perform traditional songs at the square.

perform transcription

/pəˈfɔːm/, /pərˈfɔrm/

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perform meaning: what does it mean?

perform art

perform pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

perform is pronounced as /pəˈfɔːm/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

perform definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

The troupe will perform traditional songs at the square. Translation: Ансамбль будет выступать с традиционными песнями на площади.

Is perform part of Culture and Traditions of Countries vocabulary?

Yes, perform can be learned in the Culture and Traditions of Countries topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is perform part of Skills and Career vocabulary?

Yes, perform can be learned in the Skills and Career topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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