drama

名词 n.
/ˈdɹɑːmə/    /ˈdɹɑmə/

英文释义

名词 n.
  1. A composition, normally in prose, telling a story and intended to be represented by actors impersonating the characters and speaking the dialogue countable
    — The author released her latest drama, which became a best-seller.
  2. Such a work for television, radio or the cinema, usually one that is not a comedy. countable
  3. Theatrical plays in general. uncountable
  4. A situation in real life that has the characteristics of such a theatrical play. countable,uncountable
    — After losing my job, having a car crash, and the big row with my neighbours, I don't need any more drama.
  5. Rumor, lying or exaggerated reaction to life or online events; melodrama; an angry dispute or scene; a situation made more complicated or worse than it should be; intrigue or spiteful interpersonal maneuvering. slang,uncountable

词形变化

dramas plural dramata plural

词源

Etymology tree
Ancient Greek δράω (dráō)
Proto-Indo-European *-mn̥
Ancient Greek -μᾰ (-mă)
Ancient Greek δρᾶμᾰ (drâmă)bor.
Late Latin drāmabor.
English drama
From Late Latin drāma, from Ancient Greek δρᾶμα (drâma, “an act, a theatrical act, a play”), from δράω (dráō, “to act, to take action, to achieve”). Doublet of dorama.
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