Rehearsing: meaning, definitions and examples
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rehearsing
[ rɪˈhɜːrsɪŋ ]
performing preparation
Rehearsing refers to the process of practicing a performance or presentation in order to prepare for the actual event. It typically involves going over lines, choreography, or music multiple times to achieve precision and confidence.
Synonyms
drilling, practicing, preparing
Examples of usage
- The actors spent hours rehearsing their lines.
- We started rehearsing for the concert last month.
- She is rehearsing her speech for the upcoming conference.
- The dancers were rehearsing for the annual recital.
Translations
Translations of the word "rehearsing" in other languages:
🇵🇹 ensaiando
🇮🇳 अभ्यास करना
🇩🇪 proben
🇮🇩 berlatih
🇺🇦 репетирування
🇵🇱 próba
🇯🇵 リハーサル
🇫🇷 répétition
🇪🇸 ensayo
🇹🇷 prova
🇰🇷 리허설
🇸🇦 تدريب
🇨🇿 zkoušení
🇸🇰 skúšanie
🇨🇳 排练
🇸🇮 vaja
🇮🇸 æfing
🇰🇿 репетиция
🇬🇪 რეპეტიცია
🇦🇿 təkrarlamaq
🇲🇽 ensayo
Etymology
The word 'rehearse' originates from the Middle English term 'rehercen', which is derived from the Old French 'rehercier', meaning 'to repeat or rehearse'. This word is further traced back to the Latin 'reherere', meaning 'to tell again'. The prefix 're-' indicates repetition, while 'hercere' is tied to concepts of speaking or telling. The transition from the notion of 'telling again' to that of 'practicing a performance' highlights the evolution of the term through theatre and music. Over time, 'rehearsing' became commonly used in various performance contexts, taking on a broader meaning that encompasses preparation for anything from public speaking to theatrical productions.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #22,312, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
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