drama
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[edit] English
[edit] Etymology
From Ancient Greek δρᾶμα (drama), “‘an act, a theatrical act, a play’”), from δράω (drao), “‘to act, to take action, to achieve’”)
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[edit] Noun
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drama (usually uncountable; plural dramas)
- A composition, normally in prose, telling a story and intended to be represented by actors impersonating the characters and speaking the dialogue
- Such a work for television, radio or the cinema (usually one that is not a comedy)
- Theatrical plays in general
- A dramatic situation in real life
- (slang) Rumor, lying or exaggerated reaction to life events.
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terms derived from drama (noun)
[edit] Translations
composition
Brought through the media
Theatrical play
Dramatic situation
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[edit] Czech
[edit] Noun
drama n.
- drama (composition intended for actors)
[edit] Related terms
- dramatický m.
- dramatik m.
- dramatizovat
- dramaturg m.
- dramaturgie f.
[edit] Spanish
[edit] Noun
drama m. (plural dramas)
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- drama