zung3 ngai6綜藝综艺
Jyutpingzung3 ngai6
Yalejung ngaih
Definition
Variety show; an entertainment program featuring a mix of different performance elements.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to television programs that mix talk, games, and performances. While the term is borrowed from written Chinese, it has become the standard way to describe these shows in casual conversation. It is almost always paired with 節目 to sound natural in a sentence.
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Did you watch that variety show tonight?
He really likes watching Japanese variety shows.
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