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Stage: Definition, Usage & Common Mistakes Explained (2 meaning)

Meaning 1：platform for performing (stage)

stage 🔊

/steɪdʒ/

The raised area in a theatre where actors, musicians, or dancers perform for an audience.

Stage in a theater: a large wooden platform under a spotlight with red curtains.

platform for performing 🔊

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/ˌplæt.fɔːm fər pɚˈfɔːr.mɪŋ/

A raised surface in a theater or hall where performers entertain an audience.

📁 Category：Culture & History 🔖 Level：Beginner

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Root Explanation

From Latin 'stare' (to stand), through Old French 'estage' (story, floor).

💡 Mnemonic

A STAGE is where you STAND to be seen, linking to 'stare' (to stand).

📖 Example

She felt nervous before stepping onto the stage for her first solo performance. 🔊 She experienced nervousness prior to walking onto the performance platform for her initial solo act.

🔗 Collocations

on stage – performing in front of an audience

set the stage for – to create the conditions for something to happen

stage fright – nervousness before or during a performance

🔄 Synonyms

platform (n.) – A raised level surface for people or things to stand on.

dais (n.) – A low platform for a lectern, throne, or seats of honor.

proscenium (n.) – The part of a theater stage in front of the curtain.

🌱 Derivatives

staged (adj.) – Performed or presented on a stage; arranged for effect.

staging (n.) – The method of presenting a play or production.

📖 Cultural Story

The word comes from Latin 'stare' (to stand), entering English via Old French 'estage', meaning a floor or story of a building. Theatrical meaning arose in the 14th century from the raised platform actors stood on. It's a cornerstone of global performing arts vocabulary.

Meaning 2：phase or period (stage)

stage 🔊

/steɪdʒ/

A particular point or period in the development of a process, project, or one's life.

Stage as a phase: infographic timeline showing planning, development, testing, launch.

phase or period 🔊

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/ˈfeɪz ɚ ˈpɪr.i.əd/

A distinct point or time segment within a longer process, project, or life journey.

📁 Category：Social Economy 🔖 Level：Beginner

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Example

Learning a new language is difficult in the beginning stage, but it becomes easier with practice. 🔊 Acquiring a new language is challenging during the initial phase, yet it grows simpler with consistent effort.

🔗 Collocations

early stage – the initial period of development

final stage – the last part of a process

stage of development – a specific period in the growth of something

🔄 Synonyms

phase (n.) – A distinct period or step in a process of change or development.

step (n.) – One of a series of actions or measures taken to achieve a goal.

period (n.) – A length or portion of time.

🚫 Antonyms

regression (n.) – A return to a former or less developed state.

stagnation (n.) – A state of inactivity or lack of progress.

🌱 Derivatives

stage (v.) – To plan, organize, and carry out (an event or activity).