化装

化裝

huàzhuāng

verb #11,146

Meanings

1 to put on makeup (for actors)
2 to disguise oneself

Characters

to change; to transform

to dress up; attire

Examples

演员正在后台化装。

Yǎnyuán zhèngzài hòutái huàzhuāng.

The actors are putting on makeup backstage.

他化装成老人混了进去。

Tā huàzhuāng chéng lǎorén hùnle jìnqù.

He disguised himself as an old man and snuck in.

Tips

mistakes

化装 vs 化妆: 化装 emphasizes theatrical/disguise makeup, while 化妆 is everyday cosmetic makeup. 化装舞会 = masquerade ball.

Stroke Order

化 huà

装 zhuāng