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舞台 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
舞台wǔtáistageHSK 5, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #1457, Hard
舞台wǔtáiarenaHSK 5, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #1457, Hard
舞台wǔtáifig. in the limelightHSK 5, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #1457, Hard
wǔtái(wu3tai2)wu tai T3
  1. 1stage
  2. 2arena
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March 24, 2026

舞台(舞臺)wǔtái(wu3tai2)

舞台 (wǔtái) refers to a physical stage where performances take place, such as in theaters or concert halls. It also has a figurative meaning, suggesting someone is in the limelight or a prominent position, often used in contexts involving fame or public attention.

Strokes19Frequency#1457DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 舞台 extends beyond performance to represent opportunities for self-expression and success. The idea of being on stage is deeply associated with traditional arts like Peking opera, highlighting the importance of performance in cultural heritage.

Memory Tip

Imagine a dancer (舞, wǔ) performing gracefully on a grand stage (台, tái) under bright lights. The dancer draws the audience's attention, symbolizing being 'in the spotlight' or 'on stage'. Visualizing this scene helps connect the characters to their meanings.

Meanings of 舞台

wǔtái(wu3tai2)
1stage
2arena
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About 舞台

舞台Simplified
舞臺Traditional
19Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL3HSKKL2CEFRA2

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表演场所 (biǎoyǎn chǎngsuǒ) — use 舞台 when referring specifically to a stage as a physical structure, whereas 表演场所 can refer to any performance venue.

Usage Notes

Be cautious with the tone of 舞台; the second character is pronounced 'tái' with a rising tone. It's often used in both formal and informal contexts, such as in theater discussions or when talking about someone gaining fame. Common collocations include '艺术舞台' (art stage) and '公众舞台' (public stage).

HSK Study Tips

While 舞台 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects with other HSK 3-4 words related to performance and arts, such as '演员' (actor) and '表演' (performance). Students should focus on contextual usage to enhance their understanding.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 舞台 with 舞蹈; for example, saying '我喜欢舞蹈' (wǒ xǐhuān wǔdǎo) when they mean 'I like the stage' instead of 'I like dance'. Always remember 舞台 refers to the stage, not the act of dancing.

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Component Characters

舞wǔto dance
HSK 714 strokes舛
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台táitable
HSK 45 strokes口
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How to say stage in Chinese

“stage” in Chinese is舞台wǔtái

舞台 (wǔtái) refers to a physical stage where performances take place, such as in theaters or concert halls. It also has a figurative meaning, suggesting someone is in the limelight or a prominent position, often used in contexts involving fame or public attention.

When to use 舞台

Be cautious with the tone of 舞台; the second character is pronounced 'tái' with a rising tone. It's often used in both formal and informal contexts, such as in theater discussions or when talking about someone gaining fame. Common collocations include '艺术舞台' (art stage) and '公众舞台' (public stage).

舞台 or something close to it

表演场所 (biǎoyǎn chǎngsuǒ) — use 舞台 when referring specifically to a stage as a physical structure, whereas 表演场所 can refer to any performance venue.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 舞台 with 舞蹈; for example, saying '我喜欢舞蹈' (wǒ xǐhuān wǔdǎo) when they mean 'I like the stage' instead of 'I like dance'. Always remember 舞台 refers to the stage, not the act of dancing.

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You can say '他在舞台上表演' (Tā zài wǔtái shàng biǎoyǎn), meaning 'He performs on stage'.

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