MC

えむしー
noun
master of ceremonies; emcee; host
1. master of ceremonies; emcee; host
The person who hosts or leads a program, event, or performance. Common in TV shows, live events, and concerts.
今日(きょう)のMCは誰(だれ)?
Who is today's MC?
彼(かれ)は番組(ばんぐみ)のMCを務(つと)めている。
He serves as the MC of the program.
MCの軽快(けいかい)なトークで会場(かいじょう)が盛(も)り上(あ)がった。
The MC's lively talk energized the venue.

ETYMOLOGY:
Abbreviation of English 'Master of Ceremonies'. In hip-hop culture, MC also refers to a rapper.

USAGE:

Used for:

  • TV program hosts
  • Event hosts
  • Concert/live show hosts
  • Wedding emcees
  • In hip-hop: rappers

COLLOCATIONS:

  • MCを務(つと)める - to serve as MC
  • MCを担当(たんとう)する - to be in charge of hosting
  • MC役(やく) - the role of MC
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