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• Substantiv, das einen Auftritt bezeichnet, meist eines Musikers oder Komikers, oder eine kurzfristige Arbeit bzw. einen Auftrag, besonders im Unterhaltungsbereich oder in der Freiberuflichkeit.

A noun referring to a performance, typically by a musician or comedian, or a temporary job or task, especially in the entertainment or freelance industry.

1. Performance or showB1informal

   A live performance by a musician, band, or comedian.

   Konzert

   • The band has a gig at the local club tonight.
   • She landed her first gig as a stand-up comedian.
   • They played a fantastic gig in front of a huge crowd.

   Synonymeactappearancebookingconcertdateengagementperformancerecitalsetshow

2. Temporary job or taskB1informal

   A short-term or freelance job, especially in the creative or tech industries.

   Kurzfristige Beschäftigung

   • He took a gig as a freelance graphic designer.
   • She found a gig editing videos for a startup.
   • Gig economy jobs offer flexibility but little stability.

   Synonymeassignmentcontractengagementjobprojectstint