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    Comédie-française (en. French comedy)

    /kɔ.me.di fʁɑ̃.sɛz/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Renowned theatrical institution in Paris, dedicated to classical comedy.
    The Comédie-Française is often considered a symbol of theater in France.
    La Comédie-Française est souvent considérée comme le symbole du théâtre en France.
    Theater where classical and contemporary plays are performed.
    I am going to see a play at the Comédie-Française tonight.
    Je vais voir une pièce à la Comédie-Française ce soir.

    Etymology

    The term comes from the combination of 'comedy', a theatrical genre, and 'French', indicating its nationality.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to perform at the Comédie-Française
    To perform a play within the Comédie-Française.
    jouer à la Comédie-Française
    to spend an evening at the Comédie-Française
    To attend a show at the theater.
    passer une soirée à la Comédie-Française
    reputation of the Comédie-Française
    Celebrity and prestige associated with this theatrical institution.
    réputation de la Comédie-Française

    Related Words

    theater
    Place where dramatic performances take place.
    théâtre
    playwright
    Author of a play.
    dramaturge
    repertoire
    Collection of the plays performed by a troupe.
    répertoire

    Slang Meanings

    Comic vein
    He found a comic vein in the play at the Comédie-Française.
    Il a trouvé un filon comique dans la pièce à la Comédie-Française.
    Dramatic twist
    His surprise arrival was truly a dramatic twist at the Comédie-Française.
    Son arrivée surprise a été un vrai coup de théâtre à la Comédie-Française.