English Word · Advanced
stage
To work as an unpaid intern in a restaurant
Pronunciation: /stɑːʒ/
Meaning
To work as an unpaid intern in a restaurant.
Example
I’ve been chosen to stage at Coloniál, the Michelin-starred restaurant that I will one day lie about running. Stage is restaurant-speak for free labor, but I’m unconcerned.
I’ve been chosen to stage at Coloniál, the Michelin-starred restaurant that I will one day lie about running. Stage is restaurant-speak for free labor, but I’m unconcerned.
Practice tips
- Practice stage out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for advanced-level learners.