pyrotechnics
pyrotechnics — noun
1. the skilled work of designing, building, and setting off fireworks for shows and
the skilled work of designing, building, and setting off fireworks for shows and celebrations
Sayaka studied pyrotechnics for three years before designing her first large show.
studied pyrotechnics — the craft as a field of study
The pyrotechnics course at the technical college covers safety rules, chemical mixing, and launch timing.
Pedro's family has worked in pyrotechnics for four generations in the same small coastal town.
Modern pyrotechnics relies on computer-controlled systems to synchronise fireworks with live music.
Caleb burned his hand during pyrotechnics training when a fuse sparked before he could step back.
- firework-making
more informal; refers narrowly to the making of fireworks
- pyrotechny
technical and rare; mostly in older texts
文法句型
study + pyrotechnics
work in + pyrotechnics
a course in + pyrotechnics
用法筆記
Often used with a singular verb when referring to the craft as a whole field of study or work.
常見錯誤
2. an outdoor event where fireworks are launched into the sky for people to watch,
an outdoor event where fireworks are launched into the sky for people to watch, often as part of a celebration
The pyrotechnics lit up the harbour while thousands of people watched from the bridge.
Chidi brought his children to see the New Year pyrotechnics over the river.
The wedding ended with a short but beautiful pyrotechnics show above the garden.
A sudden burst of pyrotechnics startled the birds nesting on the old church roof.
Bilal filmed the entire pyrotechnics display to show his grandmother when he got home.
- fireworks display
more everyday phrasing; slightly less formal
- fireworks show
common in American English for public celebrations
文法句型
watch + the pyrotechnics
a + pyrotechnics + display/show
3. an impressive, thrilling performance full of technical skill — used about music,
an impressive, thrilling performance full of technical skill — used about music, speeches, writing, or any activity where someone shows off their ability in an exciting way
The audience sat stunned after the pianist's pyrotechnics in the final movement.
Valentina's verbal pyrotechnics during the debate won over several undecided voters.
adjective + pyrotechnics: naming the field where dazzling skill is shown
A young guitarist amazed the judges with fingering pyrotechnics they had never seen before.
Critics praised the novel's linguistic pyrotechnics but questioned the thinness of the plot.
In just five minutes, Ishaan produced mathematical pyrotechnics that solved the whole problem.
- virtuosity
emphasises sustained technical excellence rather than flashy moments
- bravura
stresses boldness and confidence in performance
- fireworks
informal; uses the same metaphor but is more casual
文法句型
[adjective/noun] + pyrotechnics
用法筆記
Almost always modified by an adjective or noun that names the field of skill (verbal pyrotechnics, guitar pyrotechnics, mathematical pyrotechnics). Distinguish from sense 2: this sense describes human skill, not actual fireworks.