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show-stopper

/ˈʃəʊ ˌstɒp.ə/

Traducción: Sustantivo que designa un número, actuación o característica tan impresionante que provoca una interrupción del espectáculo por la reacción del público, o algo extremadamente atractivo que goza de gran popularidad.

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noun

/ˈʃəʊ ˌstɒp.ə/C1formal
  • esSustantivo que designa un número, actuación o característica tan impresionante que provoca una interrupción del espectáculo por la reacción del público, o algo extremadamente atractivo que goza de gran popularidad.

A noun referring to an act, performance, or feature that is so striking or impressive that it causes a delay in a show due to audience reaction, or something that is strikingly attractive and has great popular appeal.

  1. Outstanding performanceB2informal

    A performance or act that is so impressive or striking that it causes a delay in the show due to prolonged applause from the audience.

    esNúmero que roba el show

    • Her solo was a real show-stopper; the audience clapped for minutes.
    • The magician's final trick was a show-stopper that left everyone amazed.
    • The dance number was a show-stopper, earning a standing ovation.

    Sinónimoshitsensationsmashtour de forcetriumphwinner

  2. Strikingly attractive thingB2informal

    Something that is extremely attractive, impressive, or has great popular appeal.

    esAlgo espectacularmente atractivo

    • The new sports car was a show-stopper at the auto show.
    • Her dress was a show-stopper at the gala.
    • The dessert was a show-stopper, both beautiful and delicious.

    Sinónimoseye-catcherhitknockoutsensationshowpiecesmashstunner

Formas
  • show-stoppers plural form
  • show-stoppers' possessive plural form
  • show-stopper's possessive singular form