Definition and meaning of English word "audience"
audience
/ˈɔːdiəns/
Meaning
NounA group of people within hearing; specifically, a large gathering of people listening to or watching a performance, speech, etc.
How to use
The noun 'audience' refers to a group of people listening to or watching a performance, speech, etc. A common mistake is to confuse 'audience' with 'listeners' or 'viewers', although 'audience' typically implies a more formal or public setting. For example, 'The audience was captivated by the performance' is correct, whereas 'The listeners were captivated by the podcast' is more suitable for an informal setting.
🇬🇧 English
audience
Example
The audience cheers
The audience is big
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Common phrases
- target audience— target audience
- live audience— live audience
- audience participation— audience participation
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Frequency rank: #380 in English
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What does the English word "audience" mean?▼
The English word "audience" means "audience" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "People watching or listening" (which translates as "audience").
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