パフォーマンス
also: パーフォーマンス
Meanings
Refers to a live artistic performance such as music, dance, or drama.
Her dance performance was wonderful.
Tonight's performance starts at 8 o'clock.
showy action; empty gesture; theatrics
Used for actions done mainly for show or to impress others, often with a negative nuance of insincerity.
His apology is nothing more than an empty gesture.
Some people think the politician's tears were just for show.
performance (machine, system, investment)
Refers to the measurable performance or capability of a computer, car, investment, etc.
This computer's performance is very high.
The new engine has improved performance.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉がパフォーマンスをするfor someone to give a (live) performance
A famous dancer gave a performance.
- パフォーマンスに終わるto end up being mere theatrics with no substance
His remarks ended up being nothing but theatrics.
- パフォーマンスが高い／低いfor a machine or system's performance to be high/low
This computer has high processing performance.
- パフォーマンスを披露するto showcase a performance
They showcased a stunning performance on stage.
- パフォーマンスを発揮するto demonstrate one's full performance/capability
The new engine demonstrated excellent performance.