Recital: meaning, definitions and examples

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recital

 

[ rɪˈsaɪtl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

music

A performance of music or dance, especially by a soloist.

Synonyms

concert, performance, show

Examples of usage

  • She gave a stunning recital of Chopin's Etudes.
  • The ballet company will be presenting a recital next week.
Context #2 | Noun

education

A public performance of prepared pieces by students of music, drama, or dance.

Synonyms

performance, presentation, showcase

Examples of usage

  • The piano students will have a recital at the end of the semester.
  • The dance recital showcased the students' talent and hard work.

Translations

Translations of the word "recital" in other languages:

🇵🇹 recital

🇮🇳 संगीत प्रस्तुति

🇩🇪 das Konzert

🇮🇩 resital

🇺🇦 концерт

🇵🇱 recital

🇯🇵 リサイタル

🇫🇷 récital

🇪🇸 recital

🇹🇷 resital

🇰🇷 연주회

🇸🇦 حفل موسيقي

🇨🇿 recitál

🇸🇰 recitál

🇨🇳 独奏会

🇸🇮 recital

🇮🇸 tónleikar

🇰🇿 концерт

🇬🇪 რეციტალი

🇦🇿 resital

🇲🇽 recital

Etymology

The word 'recital' originated in the 17th century from the Latin word 'recitalis', meaning 'of or belonging to reading or reciting'. It was initially used in the context of reciting poetry or literature. Over time, the term evolved to encompass performances of music, dance, and other arts. Today, 'recital' is commonly associated with music performances by soloists or students showcasing their skills.

See also: recitation, reciter, reciting.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,478, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.