English–Chinese

“prelude” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinxù mù

Example

这只是事情的序幕。zhè zhǐ shì shì qíng de xù mù

This is only the prelude to what is to come.

Illustration for 序幕 (prelude)

How to say “prelude” in Chinese

“Prelude” in Chinese is 序幕 (xù mù).

A first curtain opening onto the larger story, event, or process that follows.

Full entry for 序幕: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 序幕

大会的开幕式为这次论坛揭开序幕。dà huì de kāi mù shì wèi zhè cì lùn tán jiē kāi xù mù

The conference's opening ceremony began the prelude to this forum.

Tips for using 序幕

  • This noun has a formal, literary tone and fits news reports, speeches, and comments on stories or events better than casual small talk.

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