Troupe: meaning, definitions and examples

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troupe

 

[ truหp ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

performing arts

A group of actors, dancers, or other performers who work together.

Synonyms

cast, company, ensemble.

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Word Description / Examples
troupe

Generally used to refer to a group of actors, dancers, or other performers who work together, often traveling to perform in different venues.

  • The theater troupe will be performing in various cities across the country.
  • A troupe of dancers entertained the audience with their energetic moves.
company

This term can be used to describe a group of actors, dancers, or musicians who perform together, often professionally. It can also refer to a business organization, so the context is important.

  • She joined a dance company right after finishing college.
  • The theater company is preparing for its next big production.
ensemble

Often used to denote a group of musicians, actors, or dancers who perform together, emphasizing the collective performance rather than individual stars.

  • The ensemble played beautifully, each musician contributing to the harmonious sound.
  • The quality of the play was elevated by the strong performances of the entire ensemble.
cast

Typically refers to the group of actors who perform in a play, movie, or television show.

  • The cast of the new movie includes several well-known actors.
  • After the auditions, the director finalized the cast for the school play.

Examples of usage

  • The troupe of actors received a standing ovation for their performance.
  • Our dance troupe is rehearsing for the upcoming show.
  • She joined a traveling troupe of circus performers.

Translations

Translations of the word "troupe" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น trupe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฎเฅ‚เคน

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Truppe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kelompok

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ั€ัƒะฟะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ trupa

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅŠ‡ๅ›ฃ (gekidan)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท troupe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ troupe

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท topluluk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ทน๋‹จ (geukdan)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูุฑู‚ุฉ (firqah)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ soubor

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ skupina

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‰งๅ›ข (jรนtuรกn)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ skupina

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ leikhรณpur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะพะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฏแƒ’แƒฃแƒคแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ truppa

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ troupe

Etymology

The word 'troupe' originated in the mid-18th century from French, meaning a company or group of performers. It has been used in the context of performing arts to refer to a group of actors, dancers, or other performers who work together to entertain audiences. Troupes have been an integral part of theater, dance, and circus performances, showcasing the talent and collaboration of the individuals within the group.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,874, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.