Trame (en. Frame)

/tʁam/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A set of related elements that forms the structure of a work.
The framework of this novel is captivating.
La trame de ce roman est captivante.
Thread or material used for weaving fabrics.
The weave of this fabric is very fine.
La trame de cette étoffe est très fine.
Plan or outline of a story, script.
The screenwriter developed a solid framework for the film.
Le scénariste a élaboré une trame solide pour le film.

Etymology

From Latin 'trama', meaning 'interlace, bundle of threads'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Narrative framework
The structure and organization of a story.
trame narrative
In the thread of the framework
By following the logical development of a narrative.
dans le fil de la trame

Related Words

Weaving
Process of creating a fabric from threads.
tissage
Script
Text that presents the details of an animation, film, or play.
scénario

Slang Meanings

Framework of a story or a plan
He adhered to the framework but improvised dialogues.
Il a respecté la trame, mais a improvisé des dialogues.
Repetitive element in a situation
It seems like it's always the same framework in these series.
On dirait que c'est toujours la même trame dans ces séries.