Theatergoer: meaning, definitions and examples
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theatergoer
[ ˈθiːətərˌɡoʊər ]
person attending
A theatergoer is an individual who regularly attends theatrical performances, such as plays, musicals, or other live shows. They often have a keen interest in the arts and support the theater community by purchasing tickets and participating in discussions about performances.
Synonyms
audience member, drama lover, theater patron.
Examples of usage
- The theatergoer appreciated the intricate set design.
- As a devoted theatergoer, she never misses a premiere.
- The theatergoer clapped enthusiastically after the performance.
Translations
Translations of the word "theatergoer" in other languages:
🇵🇹 teatromano
🇮🇳 थिएटर प्रेमी
🇩🇪 Theaterbesucher
🇮🇩 penonton teater
🇺🇦 театраліст
🇵🇱 miłośnik teatru
🇯🇵 劇場好き
🇫🇷 amateur de théâtre
🇪🇸 aficionado al teatro
🇹🇷 tiyatrosever
🇰🇷 극장 애호가
🇸🇦 محب المسرح
🇨🇿 milovník divadla
🇸🇰 milovník divadla
🇨🇳 剧院爱好者
🇸🇮 ljubitelj gledališča
🇮🇸 leikhúsáhugamaður
🇰🇿 театр сүйер
🇬🇪 თეატრის მოყვარული
🇦🇿 teatrsevər
🇲🇽 aficionado al teatro
Etymology
The term 'theatergoer' is derived from the combination of 'theater' and 'goer'. 'Theater' originates from the Greek word 'theatron', which means 'a place for viewing'. It entered the English language during the 15th century, as the popularity of drama increased in England during the Renaissance. The word 'goer' implies someone who frequently visits or attends a specific location or event. The pairing reflects a cultural engagement with live performances, which have been an essential part of human entertainment for centuries. The rise of the theater as a popular social and artistic venue in the 18th and 19th centuries further solidified the identity of the theatergoer, marking them as an integral part of the theatrical experience.