剧本

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Character Breakdown

Understanding 剧本 (jùběn)

剧本 specifically refers to the written script used in theatrical plays, operas, movies, or TV dramas. It contains dialogue, stage directions, and descriptions necessary for performance.

Usage and Context

When you use 剧本, you are usually talking about the text that actors and directors rely on to bring a story to life on stage or screen. It is a formal term often used in artistic and entertainment contexts.

Common Collocations

  • 修改剧本 (xiūgǎi jùběn): to revise the script, often done by directors or writers to improve the story.
  • 剧本 (páiliàn jùběn): to rehearse the script, referring to actors practicing their lines and actions.
  • 剧本创作 (jùběn chuàngzuò): scriptwriting or script creation, the process of writing the script.

Tips

剧本 is not used for general writing or documents; it is specific to performance scripts. Avoid confusing it with 文章 (wénzhāng, article) or 故事 (gùshì, story). When talking about a movie or play's script, 剧本 is the precise word.

Common Confusion

Sometimes people confuse 剧本 with (jùjí), which means a TV series episode. Remember, 剧本 is the script text, while refers to the episode itself.

Example Sentences

The director is revising the script to better portray the story.

The script of this movie is excellent, with a tight and captivating plot.

The actors are rehearsing the script, preparing for next week's performance.