drame

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See also: dramę

French

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin drama, from Ancient Greek δρᾶμα (drâma).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /dʁam/
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  • Rhymes: -am

Noun

drame m (plural drames)

  1. drama (piece of theatre)
  2. drama (something entertaining or action-packed)
  3. tragedy (shocking and saddening event)
    • 2023 February 8, François Legault, Twitter:
      Quel drame épouvantable ce matin à Laval. Il n’y a rien de pire que d’avoir peur pour son enfant. Je pense aux enfants, aux parents et aux employés.
      What a terrifying tragedy this morning at Laval. There's nothing worse than worrying for your child. My thoughts go out to the children, the parents, and the employees.

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Descendants

  • Persian: درام (derâm)

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