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Rehearsals Meaning in English

word · lemma: rehearsal

/ɹɪˈhɝsəɫz/
ri-HUR-suhlz
/ɹɪhˈɜːsəlz/
ri-HUR-suhlz

Definition

Rehearsals are practice sessions where people, such as actors, musicians, or speakers, prepare and practice before a performance, presentation, or event.

Usage & Nuances

Usually used in the context of theater, music, or dance. Often plural—most performances require multiple "rehearsals." Common collocations: "dress rehearsal" (final practice), "attend rehearsals." Not the same as "practice" (which is more general).

Example Sentences

There are three rehearsals before the play opens.

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The band holds rehearsals every Saturday.

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We need more rehearsals to be ready for the event.

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I'm exhausted after back-to-back rehearsals this week.

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Did you forget about the rehearsals schedule again?

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Everyone was nervous during the first few rehearsals, but it got better.

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