backdrop — a painted cloth hung at the back of a theatre stage as part of the scenery
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a painted cloth hung at the back of a theatre stage as part of the scenery
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbækdrɑːp/
Korean meaning: 무대 뒤쪽의 배경막
Korean pronunciation: **백**드랍
Example Sentences
- The meeting took place against the backdrop of rising coffee prices and sleepy employees.
- The company announced its new product against the backdrop of fierce market competition.
- The wedding photos looked amazing with the ocean as a natural backdrop.
backdrop
NOUN//ˈbækdrɑːp//
a painted cloth hung at the back of a theatre stage as part of the scenery
two stage crew members carefully unfold and hang a large painted cloth showing a forest scene. They stretch the fabric across the back wall of the stage while actors practice their lines in front. The painted cloth transforms the empty stage into a magical woodland setting. As the backdrop is positioned, the entire theater space comes alive with the story's atmosphere. Other crew members adjust lighting to complement the scenic cloth. a painted cloth hung at the back of a theatre stage as part of the scenery
Behind the backdrop, raindrops fall as teardrops call!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
1913년에 처음 사용된 단어로, 무대 뒤쪽(back)에 떨어뜨린(drop) 천이라는 의미에서 시작되었습니다. 극장에서 무대 뒤쪽에 매달린 배경막을 가리키는 용어였다가, 점차 일반적인 '배경'의 의미로 확장되었습니다.
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📝Examples
“The meeting took place against the backdrop of rising coffee prices and sleepy employees.”
“The company announced its new product against the backdrop of fierce market competition.”
“The wedding photos looked amazing with the ocean as a natural backdrop.”
“His presentation about world peace had a backdrop of cartoon characters, which was quite confusing.”
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