Audition: meaning, definitions and examples
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audition
[ ɔːˈdɪʃ(ə)n ]
performing arts
An audition is a tryout for a role in a play, movie, or TV show. It usually involves performing a monologue or scene in front of casting directors or producers to showcase your acting abilities.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She nailed her audition and got the lead role in the play.
- Many aspiring actors attend multiple auditions before landing a part.
performing arts
To audition is to perform a piece to demonstrate your skills and suitability for a particular role in a play, movie, or TV show.
Synonyms
screen test, try for, try out
Examples of usage
- She auditioned for the role of Juliet in the upcoming production.
- The dancers auditioned by performing a routine for the choreographer.
Translations
Translations of the word "audition" in other languages:
🇵🇹 audição
🇮🇳 श्रवण
🇩🇪 Hörvermögen
🇮🇩 pendengaran
🇺🇦 слух
🇵🇱 słuch
🇯🇵 聴覚
🇫🇷 audition
🇪🇸 audición
🇹🇷 işitme
🇰🇷 청각
🇸🇦 سمع
🇨🇿 sluch
🇸🇰 sluch
🇨🇳 听觉
🇸🇮 poslušnost
🇮🇸 heyrn
🇰🇿 тыңдау
🇬🇪 სმენა
🇦🇿 eşitmə
🇲🇽 audición
Word origin
The word 'audition' originated in the 16th century from the Latin word 'audītiō', meaning 'hearing'. It was initially used in the context of listening to music or a performance. Over time, the term evolved to refer to the process of trying out for a role in the performing arts.
See also: audit, auditing, auditor, auditorium, auditory.