English–Chinese
“peking opera” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinjīng jù
Example
京剧的表演很精彩。jīng jù de biáo yǎn hěn jīng cǎi
The Peking opera performance is very impressive.
How to say “peking opera” in Chinese
“Peking opera” in Chinese is 京剧 (jīng jù).
A stylized stage art that joins singing, spoken lines, painted faces, rhythmic music, and defined actor roles.
Example sentences with 京剧
京剧的脸谱颜色代表不同的角色。jīng jù de lián pǔ yán sè dài biǎo bù tóng de jué sè
The colors of facial makeup in Peking opera represent different roles.
Tips for using 京剧
- In English, opera often suggests mainly continuous singing, but this form gives spoken recitation, gesture, and rhythmic movement equally important roles.