音乐剧 (yīn lè) — musical (theatre); musical drama

Definition

A staged performance that combines songs, dialogue, and dance, sung largely in the popular style of the day — distinct from 歌剧, which is fully sung in a classical operatic style.

noun
musical (theatre)musical drama
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Examples

  • 音乐剧
    Zhè bù yīn lè fēi cháng shòu huān yíng.
    This musical is very popular.
  • 音乐剧
    Tā shì yì míng yīn lè yǎn yuán.
    She is a musical actress.
  • 音乐剧
    yīn lè Hé gē jù yǒu shén me bù tóng?
    What is the difference between musicals and operas?

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