stages
word · lemma: stage
/ˈsteɪdʒəz/
STAY-jiz
/stˈeɪdʒɪz/
STAY-jiz
Definition
'Stages' can mean the different steps or periods in a process or development, or the raised platform where performances happen (like in a theater).
Usage & Nuances
'Stages' is commonly used for both life periods ('early stages of learning') and performance settings ('on the main stage'). In plural, use for multiple steps or theater settings. 'Stage' refers to one, 'stages' to several.
Spanish: etapas - fases - escenarios (teatro)Portuguese (BR): etapas - fases - palcos (teatro)Portuguese (PT): etapas - fases - palcos (teatro)Chinese (Simplified): 阶段 - 舞台 (戏剧)Chinese (Traditional): 階段 - 舞臺 (戲劇)Hindi: चरण - मंच (थिएटर)Arabic: مراحل - مسارح (مسرح)Bengali: পর্যায়সমূহ - মঞ্চসমূহRussian: этапы - сценыJapanese: 段階 - 舞台Vietnamese: giai đoạn - sân khấuKorean: 단계 - 무대Turkish: aşamalar - sahnelerUrdu: مراحل - اسٹیجیںIndonesian: tahapan - panggung
Example Sentences
She acted on different stages around the country.
basic
We're still in the early stages of planning the event.
natural
As kids, we all go through awkward stages.
natural
The project has several stages.
basic
Plants grow in different stages.
basic
He performed on the biggest stages in Europe.
natural