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March 24, 2026
剧本(劇本)jùběn(ju4ben3)
剧本 (jùběn) refers to a written script for plays, movies, or operas, outlining the dialogue and actions of characters. It is a crucial component in the production of any performance, serving as a blueprint for directors, actors, and production teams. In addition to its literary form, it can also imply the overall structure of a narrative in various media.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, 剧本 plays a significant role in traditional performing arts like 京剧 (jīngjù), or Peking opera, where scripts are meticulously crafted and often reflect historical tales and moral lessons. Understanding 剧本 helps appreciate the depth of Chinese theatrical traditions.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'juicy' 'ben' (pen) writing down the thrilling scenes of a play. The character 剧 (jù) resembles a dramatic scene unfolding, while 本 (běn) suggests a book or script. Visualize this juicy pen crafting a script that brings stories vividly to life.
Meanings of 剧本
jùběn(ju4ben3)
1script for play, opera, movie etc
2screenplay
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About 剧本
剧本Simplified
劇本Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2
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Quick Contrast
剧本 (jùběn) vs 脚本 (jiǎoběn) — use 剧本 for scripts specifically related to theatrical plays or operas, while 脚本 is more commonly used for screenplays or written scripts in general.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'juicy' 'ben' (pen) writing down the thrilling scenes of a play. The character 剧 (jù) resembles a dramatic scene unfolding, while 本 (běn) suggests a book or script. Visualize this juicy pen crafting a script that brings stories vividly to life.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 剧本 with 电影 (diànyǐng), which means 'movie' itself; remember that 剧本 specifically refers to the script. It is primarily used in formal contexts, especially in the entertainment industry. Be mindful of using the correct tones: jù (4th tone) and běn (3rd tone).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 剧本 connects well with other advanced vocabulary related to film and literature. Students should focus on understanding how it fits into discussions about storytelling and performance, using it in context during conversations about movies or plays.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, 剧本 plays a significant role in traditional performing arts like 京剧 (jīngjù), or Peking opera, where scripts are meticulously crafted and often reflect historical tales and moral lessons. Understanding 剧本 helps appreciate the depth of Chinese theatrical traditions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mix up 剧本 with the word 脚本 (jiǎoběn), which is another term for script but used more in the context of screenwriting. Always use 剧本 when referring to theatrical scripts specifically.
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Grammar Patterns of 剧本
剧本 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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正如1892年____的副标题所强调的，《凯瑟琳》是一部“爱尔兰戏剧”。
"Kathleen" was, as its 1892 subtitle asserted, "An Irish Drama".
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正如1892年剧本的副标题所强调的，《凯瑟琳》是一部“爱尔兰戏剧”。
zhèng rú1892 1892 nián jù běn de fù biāo tí suǒ qiáng tiáo，《 de ，《 kǎi》 sè lín 》“ shì yī bù “ ài”。
"Kathleen" was, as its 1892 subtitle asserted, "An Irish Drama".
2
剧本吸收了三个苏格兰民间故事并把它们相互衔接起来。
jù běn xī shōu le sān gè sū gé lán mín jiān gù shì bìng bǎ tā mén xiāng hù xián jiē qǐ lái。
The play takes three Scottish tales and interlinks them.
Anita Loos was in many respects untypical of the screenwriting trade.
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他的小说和剧本使他非常受人敬重。
tā de xiǎo shuō hé jù běn shǐ tā fēi cháng shòu rén jìng zhòng。
He is highly respected for his novels and plays.
7
帕特里夏·海史密斯那本书是谁改编成剧本的？雷蒙德·钱德勒呀，厉害。
pà tè lǐ xià· · hǎi shǐ mì sī nà běn shū shì shuí gǎi biān chéng jù běn？ de ？ léi· mēng dé · qián， dé lè。
Who wrote the screenplay from Patricia Highsmith's book? Raymond Chandler, no less.
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他们打算付你一万美元作为改编老剧本的报酬。
tā mén dǎ suàn fù nǐ yī wàn měi yuán zuò wéi gǎi biān lǎo jù běn de bào chóu。
They're paying you ten grand now for those adaptations of old plays.
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剧本倒叙了老英雄的童年.
jù běn dǎo xù le lǎo yīng xióng de tóng nián.
The script cuts back to the old hero's childhood.
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这个剧本里的商人夏洛克借给安东尼奥3000块金币.
zhè gè jù běn lǐ de shāng rén xià luò kè jiè gěi ān dōng ní ào3000 3000 kuài jīn.
According to that script, the merchant, Shylock, lent 3,000 ducats to Antonio.
Cultural Notes for 剧本
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, 剧本 plays a significant role in traditional performing arts like 京剧 (jīngjù), or Peking opera, where scripts are meticulously crafted and often reflect historical tales and moral lessons. Understanding 剧本 helps appreciate the depth of Chinese theatrical traditions.
Frequently Asked Questions about 剧本
No, 剧本 is used for scripts of plays, movies, and operas, encompassing various performance types.
It is pronounced as jùběn, with the first character in the 4th tone and the second in the 3rd tone.
While it's more formal, you can use 剧本 in casual discussions about films or theater, especially among peers interested in the arts.
