Stage

A raised floor or platform where performers stand or act, A particular point or period in a process or development, A platform or area where events or activities take place, To present or perform something publicly

Stage - Meanings

A raised floor or platform where performers stand or act

Example: The actors took their places on the stage before the play began.

Usage: formalContext: theater, performance arts

Note: Commonly used in the context of theater productions and live performances.

A particular point or period in a process or development

Example: We are currently in the planning stage of the project.

Usage: formalContext: business, project management

Note: Used to describe different phases or steps in a project or process.

A platform or area where events or activities take place

Example: The band set up their equipment on the stage for the concert.

Usage: informalContext: music concerts, events

Note: Often used in informal settings to refer to the area where performances or activities happen.

To present or perform something publicly

Example: She will stage a protest against the new policy.

Usage: formalContext: activism, demonstrations

Note: Can also be used metaphorically to indicate organizing or presenting something for public view.

Stage's synonyms

phase

A distinct period or stage in a process or development.

Example: She is currently in the planning phase of the project.

Note: Phase typically refers to a specific part or step within a process, whereas stage can have a broader meaning encompassing various aspects or periods.

step

A particular point in a process.

Example: Completing this assignment is an essential step towards graduation.

Note: Step often implies a smaller, more specific action within a process, while stage can refer to a larger, more general phase.

level

A position on a scale of intensity or amount.

Example: She reached a new level of proficiency in her language skills.

Note: Level can indicate a degree or position within a progression, while stage is often used to denote a distinct period or phase.

period

A length or portion of time.

Example: The Renaissance was a period of great artistic achievement.

Note: Period emphasizes the duration of time, while stage may focus more on a particular phase or aspect within that time frame.

Stage expressions, common phrases

Center stage

To be in the most prominent or important position.

Example: The lead singer took center stage during the concert.

Note: Refers to being at the focal point rather than just being on a physical stage.

Set the stage

To create the conditions necessary for something to happen.

Example: The economic downturn set the stage for widespread unemployment.

Note: Implies preparation or creating a situation rather than performing on a stage.

Stage fright

Nervousness or fear experienced by a performer before or during a performance.

Example: She couldn't go on stage because of her stage fright.

Note: Relates to the anxiety performers feel, not just the physical platform.

On stage

Performing in front of an audience, typically on a platform.

Example: The actors were on stage rehearsing for the play.

Note: Directly performing or presenting, rather than just being in the theatrical space.

Backstage

The area behind the stage where performers and crew prepare for their roles.

Example: The crew worked backstage to prepare the props for the next scene.

Note: Refers to the area behind the physical stage, where preparations are made rather than the performance itself.

Upstage

To draw attention to oneself at the expense of someone else.

Example: The supporting actor tried to upstage the lead with his performance.

Note: Originally a theatrical term, now used in a broader sense to denote overshadowing or outshining someone.

Stage a comeback

To make a successful return after a period of decline or inactivity.

Example: After years of retirement, the singer staged a comeback with a new album.

Note: Involves re-entering the public eye or spotlight, not just physically being on a stage.

Stage everyday (slang) expressions

Stage a protest

To organize and carry out a public demonstration or event to express disapproval or make a demand.

Example: Many citizens decided to stage a protest against the new law.

Note: Different from 'stage' as it implies planning and executing a public action.

Stage a robbery

To plan and execute a fake or real robbery, often used in the context of committing a crime or a theatrical performance.

Example: The thieves planned to stage a robbery at the bank.

Note: Varies from 'stage' as it involves orchestrating a robbery, whether real or simulated.

Stage an intervention

To organize and confront someone about their destructive behavior or addiction in order to help them.

Example: His friends decided to stage an intervention for his drinking problem.

Note: Contrasts with 'stage' by suggesting a deliberate and planned intervention for someone's benefit.

Stage a prank

To plan and carry out a practical joke or a humorous trick on someone.

Example: They decided to stage a prank on April Fool's Day.

Note: Differs from 'stage' by involving a planned and often light-hearted practical joke or trick.

Stage - Examples

The actors are rehearsing on the stage.

The project is in the final stage.

The disease is in an advanced stage.

Stage grammar

Stage - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)

Lemma: stage

Conjugations

Noun, plural (Noun, plural): stages

Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): stage

Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): staged

Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): staging

Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): stages

Verb, base form (Verb, base form): stage

Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): stage

Syllabification and Stress

stage Contains 1 syllables: stage

Phonetic transcription: ˈstāj

stage , ˈstāj (The red syllable is stressed)

Stage - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.

stage: 500 - 600 (Extremely common).

This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.

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