gig

• Nom désignant un spectacle, généralement d'un musicien ou d'un comique, ou un travail ou une mission temporaire, en particulier dans le domaine du divertissement ou du freelancing.

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.

   Concert (informel)

   • 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.

   Synonymesactappearancebookingconcertdateengagementperformancerecitalsetshow

2. Temporary job or taskB1informal

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

   Petit boulot / mission ponctuelle

   • 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.

   Synonymesassignmentcontractengagementjobprojectstint