Meaning and Usage
The word 出場 (しゅつじょう) primarily means "participation" or "appearance" in events such as competitions, tournaments, or performances. It is often used when someone takes part in a formal event, especially sports or entertainment.
Common Contexts
You will frequently see 出場 used in contexts like sports competitions (e.g., 全国大会に出場する - to participate in a national tournament) or entertainment events (e.g., 映画祭に出場する - to appear at a film festival).
Collocations and Patterns
- 出場する: to participate or appear in an event.
- 大会に出場する: to participate in a tournament.
- 初めて出場する: to participate for the first time.
Register and Nuance
This word is neutral and commonly used in both formal and informal contexts when talking about participation in events. It implies official or recognized participation rather than casual attendance.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse 出場 with 出席 (しゅっせき), which means "attendance" but not necessarily participation. 出場 implies active participation or performance, while 出席 just means being present.