Definition

A public performance of music or dance, usually by a single performer, where they showcase their skills in front of an audience.

Example

She practiced every day for her piano recital next week.

Conversation

Are you going to the piano recital this weekend?

Yeah, I can't wait to hear the performances!

I heard the soloist is amazing, it should be a great recital.

Definitely! I love seeing live music.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Recital → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "citare" (meaning to call or summon). The word refers to the act of calling or presenting something again, typically in a performance context.

Memory Tip

Think of presenting something 'again' ('re-') as if you are 'calling' it forth ('citare') — that's why a recital is a performance where something is presented again.

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