Spectacle (en. Show)

/spɛk.tak/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

A theatrical, musical, or audiovisual performance.

The dance performance at the theater was breathtaking.

Le spectacle de danse au théâtre était époustouflant.

A remarkable phenomenon or event, often visual.

The sunset was a true spectacle.

Le coucher de soleil était un véritable spectacle.

A large-scale event or organized entertainment.

The festival featured an impressive display of fireworks.

Le festival a présenté un spectacle impressionnant de feux d'artifice.

From the Latin 'spectaculum', meaning 'view, spectacle'.

to make a spectacle

To create a performance or attract attention.

faire spectacle

street performance

Public performance taking place in an outdoor space.

spectacle de rue

live performance

Live artistic performance, such as theater or music.

spectacle vivant

spectator

A person who attends a show.

spectateur

spectacularity

The quality of what is spectacular.

spectacularité

spectacular

Striking or remarkable, often for its visual nature.

spectacular

An event or performance that stands out.

That concert was a real spectacle!

Ce concert a été un vrai spectacle !

A situation that attracts attention or is exaggerated.

The drama between them is really a spectacle.

Le drama entre eux, c'est vraiment un spectacle.