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Concert

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈkɒnsət/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈkɑːnsərt/"]/

Meaning of Concert

a public performance of music

In simple words: A live music performance in front of an audience.

Concert in a sentence

• I am going to the concert this weekend.
• The concert was held in the park.
• There will be a concert featuring my favorite band.
• I bought tickets for the concert next month.
• We enjoyed the concert under the stars.

How to use Concert

Used when talking about music events. Appropriate for both casual conversations and more serious discussions about music. Avoid using in very formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'con' (together) and 'cert' (a certificate) - like a certificate for enjoying music together.

Related words

Collocations with Concert

• big
• sell-out
• sold-out
• series
• attend
• go to
• watch
• hall
• platform
• venue
• at a/​the concert
• concert of
• concert for

Synonyms for Concert

• gig
• show
• performance
• recital
• musical

Opposites of Concert

• silence
• quitness

Common mistakes with Concert

• Confusing with 'concerts' when referring to multiple events.
• Using 'concert' to mean 'event' in general.
• Mispronouncing the word, especially with a silent 't'.

Frequently asked questions about Concert

What does Concert mean?

A live music performance in front of an audience.

What is the definition of Concert?

a public performance of music

How do you use Concert in a sentence?

I am going to the concert this weekend.

Can you give another example of Concert?

The concert was held in the park.

What are synonyms for Concert?

Common alternatives include gig, show, performance, recital, musical.

What is the opposite of Concert?

Opposite meanings include silence, quitness.

What words go with Concert?

It commonly pairs with big, sell-out, sold-out, series, attend, go to, watch, hall, platform, venue, at a/​the concert, concert of, concert for.

What are common mistakes when using Concert?

Confusing with 'concerts' when referring to multiple events. Using 'concert' to mean 'event' in general. Mispronouncing the word, especially with a silent 't'.

How do you pronounce Concert?

US: /["/ˈkɑːnsərt/"]/, UK: /["/ˈkɒnsət/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Concert?

Used when talking about music events. Appropriate for both casual conversations and more serious discussions about music. Avoid using in very formal writing.

What CEFR level is Concert?

"Concert" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.