幕后 (mù hòu) — behind the scenes; backstage (often used attributively with 的)
Definition
幕后 means 'behind the scenes' — used for hidden work, decisions, or people not visible to the public (e.g. 幕后团队). Unlike 后台 it isn't a physical backstage or tech term; unlike 内幕 it isn't scandalous insider info.
noun
behind the scenesbackstage (often used attributively with 的)
Examples
- 幕后。Xǔ duō zhòng yào de jué dìng dōu shì mù hòu zuò chū de.Many important decisions are made behind the scenes.
- 幕后，。Tā zài mù hòu gōng zuò le hěn duō nián, cóng bù chū fēng tou.He worked behind the scenes for many years, never seeking the spotlight.
- 幕后。Zhè bù diàn yǐng de mù hòu tuán duì fēi cháng zhuān yè.The behind-the-scenes team of this movie is very professional.
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