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rehearse

[rɪˈhɜːs]

rehearse Definition

  • 1to practice a play, piece of music, etc. in order to prepare it for public performance
  • 2to tell someone about something in order to prepare them for a future event or situation

Using rehearse: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "rehearse" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The cast is rehearsing the play every day this week.

  • Example

    I need to rehearse my presentation before the meeting tomorrow.

  • Example

    She rehearsed her speech in front of the mirror.

  • Example

    We should rehearse our escape plan in case of an emergency.

  • Example

    He rehearsed his lines with his acting coach.

rehearse Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for rehearse

Antonyms for rehearse

Phrases with rehearse

  • to practice singing a song in preparation for a performance

    Example

    The choir spent hours rehearsing the songs for the concert.

  • to practice dancing in preparation for a performance

    Example

    The ballet dancers rehearsed their routine for hours every day.

  • to practice giving a speech in preparation for a public event

    Example

    The politician spent weeks rehearsing his speech for the campaign rally.

Origins of rehearse

from Old French 'rehercier', meaning 'to go over again'

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Summary: rehearse in Brief

The verb 'rehearse' [rɪˈhɜːs] means to practice a play, piece of music, or speech in preparation for a public performance or event. It can also mean to tell someone about something in order to prepare them for a future event or situation. Examples include 'The cast is rehearsing the play every day this week' and 'I need to rehearse my presentation before the meeting tomorrow.'