stage whisper (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌsteɪdʒ ˈwɪspər/
Definition
A loud whisper spoken by an actor on stage, intended to be heard by the audience but not by other characters in the play.
Examples
The villain revealed his plan in a dramatic stage whisper.
She delivered her lines in a stage whisper, creating an intimate moment with the audience.
The director instructed the actor to use a stage whisper to convey urgency.
How to Use stage whisper
- stage whisper (collocation)
- A loud whisper intended for the audience. — "The comedian used a stage whisper to share a funny secret with the crowd."
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