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performers

[/pərˈfɔːrmərz/]
noun
artistas, intérpretes, executantes
1. People who entertain an audience by acting, singing, dancing, or playing music
The performers on stage received a standing ovation.
Os artistas no palco receberam uma ovação em pé.
2. People who carry out or execute an action or task
The top performers in the company received bonuses.
Os melhores executores da empresa receberam bônus.
3. Those who fulfill duties or functions
The performers of these rituals are highly respected.
Os executores desses rituais são muito respeitados.
NYC Slang
performers, players
Synonyms
artistsentertainersactorsmusiciansdancersinterpretersexecutors
Antonyms
audiencespectatorsviewers

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
artistas, intérpretes
Most common usage in Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
artistas, performers
English term 'performers' increasingly used in entertainment contexts
São Paulo
intérpretes, artistas
Common in corporate and entertainment contexts
Portugal
artistas, intérpretes, executantes
More formal; 'executantes' preferred in classical music

Related Idioms & Phrases

stellar performers
top performers
gifted performers
live performers
street performers
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