Definition

A trained female entertainer in Japan who performs traditional music, dance, and conversation to entertain guests at social events.

Example

The geisha gracefully danced and sang, captivating everyone at the party.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a geisha perform live?

No, I haven't, but I've heard it's quite an experience.

I went to a show in Kyoto last year, and it was stunning to watch a geisha dance.

That sounds amazing! I would love to see that someday.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'geisha' originates from Japanese, where 'gei' (meaning art) and 'sha' (meaning person) combine to refer to a person skilled in the arts, particularly traditional Japanese performing arts such as music and dance.

Memory Tip

Think of 'art' ('gei') and 'person' ('sha') to remember that a geisha is a person skilled in the art of traditional Japanese performance.

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