Meaning and Usage
"登場" (とうじょう) primarily means "appearance" or "entry," especially referring to someone or something appearing on stage, in a story, or entering a scene. It is often used in contexts like theater, literature, or media to describe when a character or element makes its first appearance.
Common Contexts
- Stage performances: actors or performers making their entrance.
- Stories or media: characters or new elements appearing.
- Product launches or market entries: figurative use for new products or trends.
Collocations and Patterns
- 登場人物 (とうじょうじんぶつ): characters appearing in a story.
- 舞台に登場する: to appear on stage.
- 新製品が登場する: a new product is introduced.
Register and Nuance
"登場" is a neutral term used in both formal and informal contexts. It often implies a notable or significant appearance rather than a casual presence.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse "登場" with "出る" (to appear or come out). While "出る" is more general, "登場" emphasizes the act of entering or appearing in a scene or stage, often with some importance or ceremony.