behind the scenes

Related to word: scene

Idiom

Definition

  1. C2

    Refers to actions or events that occur privately or secretly, often while something else is happening publicly.

    幕後

    • Much of the negotiation for this deal happened behind the scenes.

      這筆交易的許多談判都是在幕後進行的。

    • Despite the calm appearance on stage, the staff were working hard behind the scenes.

      儘管舞台上看起來平靜,但工作人員在幕後努力工作。

    • There's a lot of effort going on behind the scenes to ensure the event runs smoothly.

      幕後有很多努力確保活動順利進行。