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taking the stage, going up to the podium
The act of going up onto a stage or platform to give a speech, presentation, or performance. Commonly used in the context of conferences, ceremonies, and public events.
社長が登壇した。
The company president took the stage.
次の登壇者を紹介します。
I will introduce the next speaker.
国際カンファレンスに登壇する機会をいただき、光栄です。
I am honored to have the opportunity to speak at the international conference.
USAGE:
Used as a suru verb (登壇する = to take the stage) or as a noun modifier (登壇者 = speaker/presenter). Common in business, academic, and formal event contexts. The word implies a raised platform or podium.
KANJI:
登 means "to climb" or "to ascend" and 壇 means "platform" or "podium." The compound literally means "to ascend the platform."
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 登壇者: speaker, presenter
- 登壇する: to take the stage
- カンファレンスに登壇する: to speak at a conference