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Repertoire: Definition, Usage & Examples (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：collection of performances (repertoire)
repertoire
/ˈrep.ər.twɑːr/
n.
All the plays, pieces of music, etc. that a performer or group knows and can perform.
collection of performances
➕
/kəˈlɛkʃən əv pərˈfɔːrmənsɪz/
n.
Refers to all the plays, musical pieces, or other works that a performer or group is prepared and able to present.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From Latin 'repertorium' (list, catalog), from 'reperire' (to find) + '-orium' (place for).
💡 Mnemonic
Think of a 'report' of all the 'toys' (toire) a performer has – their complete set of acts.
📖 Example
The jazz pianist has an impressive repertoire that includes both classic standards and his own original compositions.
The jazz pianist possesses a remarkable collection of performable pieces, including both timeless classics and his personal creations.
🔗 Collocations
extensive repertoire – a large and varied collection of performable works
add to one's repertoire – to learn new pieces or skills to expand one's collection
limited repertoire – a small collection of performable works
🔄 Synonyms
repertory (n.) – a collection of works that a performer or company is prepared to present
collection (n.) – a group of items gathered together
catalog (n.) – a complete list of items, often in a particular order
🚫 Antonyms
inexperience (n.) – lack of practice or knowledge in performing works
🌱 Derivatives
repertory (n.) – another term for repertoire, especially in theater
📖 Cultural Story
Derived from French 'répertoire', originally used in theater for a list of plays a company could perform. It entered English in the 19th century and expanded to denote any collection of skills or works.
Meaning 2：range of skills or methods (repertoire)
repertoire
/ˈrep.ər.twɑːr/
n.
The entire range of skills, abilities, or methods possessed by a person, organization, or thing.
range of skills or methods
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/reɪndʒ əv skɪlz ɔr ˈmɛθədz/
n.
Denotes the complete set of abilities, techniques, or procedures that a person, organization, or thing possesses and can utilize.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
To be a successful teacher, you need a wide repertoire of teaching techniques to engage different types of learners.
To succeed as a teacher, one must have a broad array of teaching methods to captivate various learners.
🔗 Collocations
wide repertoire – a broad range of skills or methods
expand one's repertoire – to acquire new skills or techniques
diverse repertoire – a varied collection of abilities
🔄 Synonyms
🚫 Antonyms
limitation (n.) – a restriction or lack in skills or methods
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