B2 verb 中性

drama

/ˈdrɑː.mə/

A genre of literature or performance intended for the stage, involving conflict and emotion through dialogue and action. It also refers to real-life situations characterized by excitement, intense emotion, or unexpected conflict.

例句

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1

The high school's drama club is preparing for their annual spring production.

The school's theater group is practicing for their yearly stage performance.

2

The scholar's analysis focused on the evolution of Greek drama in the fifth century BCE.

The academic's research examined how Greek theatrical plays developed during that era.

3

I'm really not in the mood for any office drama today, so let's just focus on the project.

I want to avoid interpersonal conflict at work today and concentrate on our tasks.

词族

名词
drama
Verb
dramatize
副词
dramatically
形容词
dramatic
相关
dramatist
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记忆技巧

Think of the two masks (smiling and crying) often seen in theaters; they represent the two sides of 'drama'.

快速测验

The historical ___ depicted the life of Queen Elizabeth I in great detail.

正确!

正确答案是: a

例句

1

The high school's drama club is preparing for their annual spring production.

everyday

The school's theater group is practicing for their yearly stage performance.

2

The scholar's analysis focused on the evolution of Greek drama in the fifth century BCE.

academic

The academic's research examined how Greek theatrical plays developed during that era.

3

I'm really not in the mood for any office drama today, so let's just focus on the project.

business

I want to avoid interpersonal conflict at work today and concentrate on our tasks.

4

The sudden disappearance of the witness added a layer of drama to the legal proceedings.

formal

The missing witness made the court case much more exciting and unpredictable.

5

Stop making such a big drama out of nothing; it was just a small mistake.

informal

Don't overreact to this tiny error; it's not a serious problem.

词族

名词
drama
Verb
dramatize
副词
dramatically
形容词
dramatic
相关
dramatist

常见搭配

family drama conflicts or emotional events within a family
sense of drama a flair for theatrical or exciting behavior
stage a drama to perform a play or create a scene
high drama a situation with intense excitement or tension
workplace drama social conflict among colleagues

常用短语

drama queen

a person who habitually overreacts to minor situations

no drama

a request or statement that there should be no trouble or conflict

a touch of drama

a small amount of excitement or theatrical flair

容易混淆的词

drama vs dramatic

Drama is the noun referring to the genre or conflict, while dramatic is the adjective used to describe something exciting or sudden.

drama vs dramatization

Drama is the abstract concept or genre; a dramatization is a specific adaptation of a story into a dramatic form.

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使用说明

In academic contexts, 'drama' refers specifically to the study of plays. In modern social contexts, it is frequently used to describe unnecessary interpersonal conflict or gossip, often with a negative tone.

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常见错误

Learners often use 'drama' as an adjective (e.g., 'a drama movie') instead of using 'dramatic' or the correct compound noun 'drama film'.

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记忆技巧

Think of the two masks (smiling and crying) often seen in theaters; they represent the two sides of 'drama'.

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词源

From the Greek word 'drāma', meaning 'action' or 'deed', which comes from 'drân' (to do or act).

语法模式

Uncountable when referring to the art form or general conflict. Countable when referring to a specific play or a specific series of events. Often functions as a noun adjunct (e.g., drama student, drama series).
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文化背景

In contemporary internet slang, 'drama' refers to public feuds between influencers or friends, often associated with 'tea' (gossip).

快速测验

The historical ___ depicted the life of Queen Elizabeth I in great detail.

正确!

正确答案是: a

相关词

overall

B2

Describing the total or general nature of something when all parts or factors are considered together. It refers to the whole of a situation rather than specific details or individual components.

overlap

B2

To cover part of the same area of space or time as something else, or to have some common qualities or features. It describes situations where two things occupy the same physical space partially or where two events happen simultaneously for a period.

overseas

B2

Relating to, coming from, or situated in a country across the sea or ocean. It is used to describe international contexts, particularly travel, trade, or living arrangements in a foreign land.

panel

B2

A panel is a small group of people brought together to discuss a specific topic, provide expert advice, or make decisions. It can also refer to a distinct, flat, and often rectangular section of a larger surface, such as a wall, door, or control board.

parameter

B2

A parameter is a limit or boundary that defines the scope of a particular process, system, or activity. In technical or mathematical contexts, it refers to a measurable factor that sets the conditions of an operation.

passive

B2

Describing someone who allows things to happen or accepts what others do without resistance or participation. It is also used in grammar to describe a sentence structure where the subject is the recipient of the action rather than the performer.

persist

B2

To continue firmly in an opinion or a course of action despite difficulty, opposition, or failure. It also refers to a state or condition that continues to exist or endure over a prolonged period.

philosophy

B2

Philosophy is the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence, especially when considered as an academic discipline. It also refers to a specific set of beliefs, values, or principles that guide the behavior and outlook of an individual or an organization.

portion

B2

A portion is a part of a whole that has been divided or allocated to a specific person or purpose. It is most commonly used to describe a serving of food or a specific share of a larger amount, such as money or time.

pose

B2

To present or constitute a problem, danger, or challenge that needs to be addressed. It also refers to the physical act of assuming a specific position for a photograph, painting, or artistic work.

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