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gig

 

[ ɡɪɡ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

music

A performance by a musician or group of musicians playing popular music.

Synonyms

concert, performance, show

Examples of usage

  • He played a gig at the local pub last night.
  • The band has a gig scheduled for next weekend.
Context #2 | Noun

work

A job, especially one that is temporary or for a specified period of time.

Synonyms

employment, job, task

Examples of usage

  • She picked up a gig as a freelance writer.
  • He's looking for a gig to earn some extra money.
Context #3 | Verb

music

To perform as a musician or group of musicians.

Synonyms

entertain, perform, play

Examples of usage

  • They gig at different venues around the city.
  • The band will gig at the festival next month.

Translations

Translations of the word "gig" in other languages:

🇵🇹 concerto

🇮🇳 गिग

🇩🇪 Auftritt

🇮🇩 konser

🇺🇦 концерт

🇵🇱 koncert

🇯🇵 ギグ

🇫🇷 concert

🇪🇸 concierto

🇹🇷 konser

🇰🇷 공연

🇸🇦 حفلة موسيقية

🇨🇿 koncert

🇸🇰 koncert

🇨🇳 音乐会

🇸🇮 koncert

🇮🇸 tónleikar

🇰🇿 концерт

🇬🇪 კონცერტი

🇦🇿 konsert

🇲🇽 concierto

Etymology

The word 'gig' originated in the late 18th century, initially referring to a two-wheeled light carriage. It later evolved to refer to a performance by musicians, likely originating from the slang term 'gig', meaning a performing engagement. In the 20th century, the term expanded to include temporary jobs or work opportunities. Today, 'gig' is commonly used in both the music industry and the job market to denote performances and temporary work assignments.

See also: giggle, giggling.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,916, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.