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出道 (chūdào) vs 初登场 (chū dēngchǎng): 出道 emphasizes the debut in a professional context, while 初登场 refers more generally to the first appearance on stage.
出道 is commonly used in informal contexts, especially in entertainment news or discussions about celebrities. A common mistake is to confuse it with starting any job; it's specifically for performance arts. Be careful with the tones, as mispronouncing it could lead to misunderstandings.
出道 is not currently part of the HSK vocabulary lists, but it connects well to level 3 and 4 vocabulary about professions and activities. Focus on related terms like 演员 (yǎnyuán, 'actor') and 歌手 (gēshǒu, 'singer') for context.
Learners often mistakenly use 出道 to refer to starting any job or career, rather than specifically in the entertainment sector. For example, saying '我出道为老师' (I debut as a teacher) is incorrect; instead, use '我开始做老师' (I start working as a teacher).
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How to say to make one's first public performance (of an entertainer etc) in Chinese
“to make one's first public performance (of an entertainer etc)” in Chinese is出道
出道 (chū dào) refers to the moment an entertainer, such as an actor or musician, makes their first public performance or debut. This term encapsulates the beginning of a professional career in the entertainment industry and is often used in discussions about artists' journeys.
When to use 出道
出道 is commonly used in informal contexts, especially in entertainment news or discussions about celebrities. A common mistake is to confuse it with starting any job; it's specifically for performance arts. Be careful with the tones, as mispronouncing it could lead to misunderstandings.
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出道 (chūdào) vs 初登场 (chū dēngchǎng): 出道 emphasizes the debut in a professional context, while 初登场 refers more generally to the first appearance on stage.
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Learners often mistakenly use 出道 to refer to starting any job or career, rather than specifically in the entertainment sector. For example, saying '我出道为老师' (I debut as a teacher) is incorrect; instead, use '我开始做老师' (I start working as a teacher).
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