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Definition
To make a public appearance on stage, television, or in public.
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How it's used
Originally derived from the terminology of Chinese opera, where it refers to a performer striking a dramatic pose to signal their arrival or a change in scene. In modern usage, it carries a sense of formality or anticipation, often implying that the person is being presented to an audience for the first time or in a significant new capacity. It is rarely used for casual social visits or meeting friends.
Examples
He will make an appearance on the TV show tonight.
Is this the new actor's first public appearance?
Related words
Common phrases
to make one's debut
to make a public appearance
Common mistake
Avoid using this word for everyday activities like showing up to a meeting or arriving at a party, as it specifically implies a performance or a formal public introduction.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
