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Concert

UK /["/ˈkɒnsət/"]/US /["/ˈkɑːnsərt/"]/

Definition

a public performance of music

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

Examples

  • 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.

Usage notes

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.

Collocations

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

Synonyms

  • gig
  • show
  • performance
  • recital
  • musical

Antonyms

  • silence
  • quitness

Common mistakes

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