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UK/["/ˈdrɑːmə/"]/US/["/ˈdrɑːmə/"]/

Meaning of Drama

In simple words: An exciting story told through acting or performance.

Drama in a sentence

  • The drama we watched last night was very exciting.
  • She enrolled in a drama class to improve her acting skills.
  • There was a lot of drama between the two friends because of a misunderstanding.
  • The school is putting on a drama about friendship.
  • He loves watching drama series during the weekends.
  • After the drama unfolded, everyone was in shock.

How to use Drama

Used to describe theatrical performances or any exciting situation. Appropriate in casual and formal conversations but avoid using it in overly serious contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'draw' and 'ma' to remember 'dramatic'—imagine drawing in your mom with a performance.

Related words

Collocations with Drama

Synonyms for Drama

Opposites of Drama

  • tranquility
  • calm
  • serenity

Common mistakes with Drama

  • Confused with 'theatre' which refers specifically to the location.
  • Used as a verb incorrectly, e.g., 'to drama'.

Compare Drama with Theater, Play, Performance, Tragedy

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Frequently asked questions about Drama

What does Drama mean?

An exciting story told through acting or performance.

What is the definition of Drama?

a play for the theatre, television or radio

How do you use Drama in a sentence?

The drama we watched last night was very exciting.

Can you give another example of Drama?

She enrolled in a drama class to improve her acting skills.

What are synonyms for Drama?

Common alternatives include theater, play, performance, melodrama, tragedy.

What is the opposite of Drama?

Opposite meanings include tranquility, calm, serenity.

What words go with Drama?

It commonly pairs with compelling, powerful, gritty, write, create, produce, production, serial, series, in a/​the drama, drama about, compelling, powerful, gritty, write, create, produce, production, serial, series, in a/​the drama, drama about, human, real-life, play out, unfold, high, human, touch, be full of, add, heighten, surround something, queen, a moment of drama.

What are common mistakes when using Drama?

Confused with 'theatre' which refers specifically to the location. Used as a verb incorrectly, e.g., 'to drama'.

How do you pronounce Drama?

US: /["/ˈdrɑːmə/"]/, UK: /["/ˈdrɑːmə/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Drama?

Used to describe theatrical performances or any exciting situation. Appropriate in casual and formal conversations but avoid using it in overly serious contexts.

What CEFR level is Drama?

"Drama" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.