greek chorus

• Группа исполнителей в древнегреческом театре, комментирующая действие пьесы, часто представляющая коллективный голос общества или моральную перспективу. В современном употреблении может относиться к любой группе, которая даёт комментарии или выражает единое мнение о событиях.

A group of performers in ancient Greek theater who comment on the action of a play, often representing the collective voice of society or moral perspective. In modern usage, it can refer to any group that provides commentary or expresses a unified opinion on events.

1. Theatrical deviceC1formal

   A group of performers in ancient Greek drama who comment on the action, express collective emotion, and provide background information.

   Греческий хор

   • The Greek chorus in 'Oedipus Rex' warns the king of his fate.
   • In ancient plays, the Greek chorus would sing and dance between scenes.
   • The role of the Greek chorus was to guide the audience's reaction.

2. Figurative useC1informal

   A group of people who repeatedly express the same opinion or reaction, often in a predictable or unified way.

   Греческий хор (в переносном смысле)

   • The critics acted like a Greek chorus, all praising the same movie.
   • In the meeting, the team functioned as a Greek chorus, echoing the manager's ideas.
   • The media became a Greek chorus, repeating the same talking points.