drama

• Género literario, cinematográfico o teatral que presenta conflictos, emociones y desarrollo de personajes, a menudo destinado a la representación escénica. También se refiere a una obra de este género o a una situación de la vida real cargada de tensión y emociones fuertes.

A noun referring to a genre of literature, film, or performance that involves conflict, emotion, and character development, often intended for theatrical presentation.

1. Theatrical playA2formalart

   A play for theatre, radio, or television, typically involving conflict and emotion.

   Obra dramática

   • She performed in a drama at the local theatre.
   • The drama was written by a famous playwright.
   • They studied classical Greek drama in school.

   Sinónimospieceplayproductionshow

2. Exciting or emotional eventB1informal

   An exciting, emotional, or unexpected series of events or circumstances.

   drama

   • There was a lot of drama at the office when the boss resigned.
   • She loves creating drama over small issues.
   • The family gathering was full of drama and arguments.

   Sinónimoscommotionexcitementfusshistrionicsstirtensionturmoilupheaval

   Antónimoscalmpeacequiettranquility

3. Genre of film or TVA2formalart

   A genre of narrative film or television that deals with serious, emotional themes.

   Género dramático

   • I prefer watching dramas over comedies.
   • This drama series has won several awards.
   • The movie is a historical drama set in the 18th century.

   Antónimoscomedy