Impromptu: meaning, definitions and examples

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impromptu

[ ɪmˈprɒmptjuː ]

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on-the-spot

Done without being planned, organized or rehearsed. Often used to describe performances, speeches, or actions.

Synonyms

spontaneous, unplanned, unrehearsed

Examples of usage

He gave an impromptu speech at the wedding reception.
She did an impromptu dance in the middle of the street.

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without preparation

In a spontaneous or unplanned manner, without prior thought or rehearsal.

Synonyms

impulsively, spontaneously, unplannedly

Examples of usage

She sang impromptu at the karaoke night.
He played the guitar impromptu at the party.

Translations

Translations of the word "impromptu" in other languages:

🇵🇹 improviso

🇮🇳 आकस्मिक

🇩🇪 spontan

🇮🇩 dadakan

🇺🇦 імпровізований

🇵🇱 improwizowany

🇯🇵 即興

🇫🇷 improvisé

🇪🇸 improvisado

🇹🇷 doğaçlama

🇰🇷 즉흥적

🇸🇦 مرتجل

🇨🇿 improvizovaný

🇸🇰 improvizovaný

🇨🇳 即兴

🇸🇮 improviziran

🇮🇸 spontant

🇰🇿 суырып салма

🇬🇪 სპონტანური

🇦🇿 improvizə

🇲🇽 improvisado

Word origin

The word 'impromptu' originated from the French word 'improviser,' meaning 'to improvise.' It first appeared in English in the early 17th century. The concept of impromptu performances or actions has been valued for its spontaneity and creativity throughout history.