To perform
Example: The band will perform a song at the concert tonight.
Definition
"To perform" means to carry out or present a musical piece, act, or show in front of an audience. It involves executing the artistic work with skill and expression, as in "The band will perform a song at the concert tonight."
Etymology
The phrase "to perform" comes from the Old French 'parfournir,' meaning to accomplish or complete. It entered English during the Middle Ages, originally implying carrying out a task fully. Over time, it specialized in the context of presenting artistic works, such as music or theater.
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"To perform" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (A1) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used words.
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