Dramáticas (en. Dramatic)

/dɾaˈmatikas/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
That has characteristics of drama; that expresses intense emotional conflicts.
The play had drastic and dramatic moments.
La obra tenía momentos drásticos y drámatica.
That is presented with great intensity or emotion.
The movie ended in a very dramatic way.
La película terminó de manera muy dramática.
Refers to situations that are exaggerated or unnatural.
His reaction was very dramatic in response to the news.
Su reacción fue muy dramática ante la noticia.

Etymology

It comes from the Greek 'drama', which means 'action'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

dramatic decisions
Decisions that involve serious or emotional consequences.
dramáticas decisiones
dramatic situations
Circumstances charged with tension or emotional conflict.
situaciones dramáticas
dramatic approach
Method or style that emphasizes emotional expression.
acercamiento dramático

Related Words

drama
A play that represents a story with conflicts and emotions.
drama
dramaturgy
The art of writing and structuring dramas.
dramaturgia
dramatic
That is characteristic of drama or has qualities of it.
dramático

Slang Meanings

The term is used to describe an exaggerated reaction.
Don’t make such a dramatic scene over a small mistake.
No hagas una escena tan dramática por un pequeño error.
Refers to a person who constantly seeks attention with fictitious problems.
He always has something dramatic to tell to get attention.
Siempre tiene algo dramático que contar para llamar la atención.