1.
host, emcee, master of ceremonies
A person who leads a program, event, or meeting.
2.
hosting, presiding
The act of leading or hosting an event.
Hosting and facilitating is hard work.
司会進行 refers to the combined role of hosting and keeping things moving.
司会 refers to hosting/presiding over an event or the person who does so.
Common collocations:
- 司会者 (host, emcee)
- 司会を務める (to serve as host)
- 司会をする (to host, to emcee)
- 司会進行 (hosting and proceeding)
Usage contexts:
- TV/radio programs
- Weddings and ceremonies
- Meetings and conferences
- Events and concerts
Similar words:
- MC (emcee - often used for entertainment)
- 進行役 (facilitator)