オーディション
おーでぃしょん
noun
audition
1.
audition, tryout
A trial performance or interview in which a performer demonstrates their ability in order to be selected for a role, group, or show.
オーディションを受ける。
To take an audition.
オーディションに合格してデビューが決まった。
I passed the audition and my debut was decided.
何百人もの応募者の中からオーディションで選ばれた。
I was selected from hundreds of applicants through an audition.
From English "audition." Used in the entertainment industry for music, acting, dance, and idol groups.
COMMON PATTERNS:
- オーディションを受ける: to take/attend an audition
- オーディションに受かる / 合格する: to pass an audition
- オーディションに落ちる: to fail an audition
- オーディションを開催する: to hold an audition
CULTURAL NOTE:
Idol group auditions are a major part of Japanese pop culture. Many famous groups are formed through large-scale public auditions that are sometimes broadcast as TV shows.