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staging

 

[ ˈsteɪdʒɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

theater production

Staging refers to the method of presenting a play or performance, including the arrangement of scenery, props, and actors on stage. It encompasses both the physical setup of the performance space and the way in which the narrative is enacted.

Synonyms

performance, presentation, production.

Examples of usage

  • The staging of the play transformed the audience's experience.
  • Creative staging can enhance the emotional impact of a performance.
  • The director focused on innovative staging techniques.
Context #2 | Noun

planning process

In a broader context, staging can refer to the process of planning and organizing an event or project by dividing it into stages. This method allows for better management and execution of complex tasks.

Synonyms

organization, phasing, scheduling.

Examples of usage

  • The staging of the event required careful coordination.
  • They employed a staging approach to ensure everything was completed on time.
  • The staging of the plan involved several key phases.

Translations

Translations of the word "staging" in other languages:

🇵🇹 encenação

🇮🇳 स्टेजिंग

🇩🇪 Bühnenbild

🇮🇩 penyajian

🇺🇦 сценування

🇵🇱 inscenizacja

🇯🇵 舞台設定

🇫🇷 mise en scène

🇪🇸 escenificación

🇹🇷 sahneleme

🇰🇷 무대 설정

🇸🇦 تمثيل

🇨🇿 inscenace

🇸🇰 inscenácia

🇨🇳 舞台设置

🇸🇮 odrska postavitev

🇮🇸 sviðsetning

🇰🇿 сахна қою

🇬🇪 მხატვრობა

🇦🇿 sahə qurulması

🇲🇽 escenificación

Etymology

The word 'staging' originates from the Middle English word 'stagen', derived from the Old French word 'estage', which means a place to stand or a stage. The term has evolved in its usage to encompass not only the physical platform used by performers, such as in theater, but also the broader concept of organizing events or presentations. By the 19th century, 'staging' was well established in theatrical contexts, referring to the arrangements and techniques used in live performances. As various art forms and event planning developed, the meaning of the term expanded to include project management and other organizational applications, making it a versatile term in modern English.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,110, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.