Translation and Meaning of: ステージ - sute-zi

The Japanese word 「ステージ」 (sute-ji) is a term widely used in the context of presentations and performances. Its origin is based on the English word "stage," which refers to the place where events and artistic activities take place. The use of loanwords from English is common in the Japanese language, especially in areas related to entertainment, technology, and fashion, reflecting the Western influence on modern Japanese culture.

The etymology of 「ステージ」 (sute-ji) is a clear phonetic derivation from English. However, it is sometimes written using katakana characters, which signal that it is a foreign word. Katakana is often used for words that are directly imported, helping to integrate these into the Japanese language smoothly. This practice is one of the ways in which the Japanese language continues to evolve and adapt to new cultural influences.

Usage Contexts

The expression 「ステージ」 (sute-ji) can be used in various contexts, such as:

• Theater and artistic performances: Where actors and musicians perform.
• Award events: Like award presentations in cinema or music.
• Contests and competitions: Where participants compete in different skill areas.

Moreover, the word can be used in conjunction with other to create new expressions, such as 「ステージ裏」 (sute-ji-ura), which means "backstage," referring to the area behind the stage where artists prepare before performing. This versatility makes 「ステージ」 (sute-ji) an essential word in the vocabulary related to events and performances in contemporary Japanese culture.

Vocabulary

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Synonyms and similar words

• 舞台 (butai) - stage, setting
• ステージング (sutējiingu) - stage assembly process
• 段階 (dankai) - phase, stage, step of a process
• 階段 (kaidan) - step, stair, stage
• ステップ (sutepu) - step, stage in a process
• ステージセット (sutēji setto) - stage set, assembled scenery
• 演出 (enshutsu) - direction, theater production
• 演技場 (engi-ba) - performance space, venue for performances
• 舞臺 (butai) - stage (traditional form of kanji)
• 演舞場 (enbu-ba) - venue for dance performances
• 舞臺裝置 (butai zōshitsu) - stage installation, scene equipment
• 舞臺美術 (butai bijutsu) - theater arts, stage design
• 舞臺上 (butai jō) - on stage, in scene
• 演舞 (enbu) - dance presented, dance performance
• 演出場 (enshutsu-ba) - designated location for presentations
• 演劇場 (engeki-jō) - theater, venue for theatrical performances
• 舞臺設備 (butai setsubi) - stage installations, stage equipment
• 舞臺照明 (butai shōmei) - stage lighting
• 舞臺音響 (butai onkyō) - stage sound system
• 舞臺衣裝 (butai ishō) - costume, stage outfits
• 舞臺音樂 (butai ongaku) - stage music
• 舞臺演出 (butai enshutsu) - launch of a performance on stage
• 舞臺技術 (butai gijutsu) - theatrical techniques, stage skills
• 舞臺裝飾 (butai zōkaku) - stage decoration
• 舞臺背景 (butai haikei) - stage background, backdrop
• 舞臺表現 (butai hyōgen) - stage expression, performance