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    Expressing 'to perform' with 表演 (biǎoyǎn)

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    Structure

    表演 + Noun / Subject + 表演 + Program

    Explanation

    表演 (biǎoyǎn) is a verb meaning "to perform" or "to put on a show." It refers to acting, dancing, singing, or any kind of artistic or entertainment performance. It can also be used as a noun meaning "performance" or "show."

    Examples

    • 孩子们在舞台上表演了一个很可爱的节目。

      Háizimen zài wǔtái shàng biǎoyǎn le yī gè hěn kě'ài de jiémù.

      The children performed a very cute act on stage.

    • 今晚有一场精彩的魔术表演。

      Jīnwǎn yǒu yī chǎng jīngcǎi de móshù biǎoyǎn.

      There is a wonderful magic show tonight.

    • 他从小就喜欢在别人面前表演唱歌。

      Tā cóngxiǎo jiù xǐhuān zài biérén miànqián biǎoyǎn chànggē.

      He has loved performing and singing in front of others since he was little.

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