fǎn​chuàn

to play a different role

Senses

反串 fǎn​chuàn to play a different role

(Chinese opera) to temporarily play a role other than one's usual specialty, such as a performer of female roles playing a male role

反串 fǎn​chuàn to cross-dress

To play a role of the opposite gender; to perform as a member of the opposite sex

反串 fǎn​chuàn to masquerade

To masquerade as an opponent; to go undercover

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