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thespis

/ˈθɛs.pɪs/

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noun

/ˈθɛs.pɪs/C2formalart
  • ruИмя собственное, относящееся к греческому поэту VI века до н.э., которому традиционно приписывают создание греческой трагедии.

A proper noun referring to a Greek poet from the sixth century BC who is traditionally credited with originating Greek tragedy.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Ancient Greek poetC2formal

    A Greek poet from the 6th century BC, traditionally credited as the first actor in Greek drama and the originator of tragedy.

    ruФеспис

    • Thespis is considered the first person to step out of the chorus and speak as an individual character.
    • According to tradition, Thespis won the first prize for tragedy at the City Dionysia festival.
    • The term 'thespian' is derived from the name of Thespis.