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    Melodrama (en. Melodrama)

    /me.loˈdɾa.ma/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A dramatic work that uses extreme sentimental situations.
    The melodrama of the play made all the spectators cry.
    El melodrama de la obra hizo llorar a todos los espectadores.
    A narrative style that places excessive emphasis on emotions.
    The melodrama in the movie turned out to be a bit ridiculous.
    El melodrama en la película resultó ser un poco ridículo.
    A situation or behavior that is excessively emotional or dramatic.
    His reaction was a melodrama that drew everyone’s attention.
    Su reacción fue un melodrama que llamó la atención de todos.

    Etymology

    From the Greek 'melos' meaning 'song' and 'dramatikos' meaning 'related to drama.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    family melodrama
    Intense emotional situation within a familial context.
    melodrama familiar
    to be a melodrama
    To act in an exaggerated and emotional way.
    ser un melodrama

    Related Words

    drama
    Artistic genre that represents human actions and conflicts.
    drama
    tragedy
    A dramatic work in which unfortunate situations predominate.
    tragedia

    Slang Meanings

    Emotional exaggeration
    That guy is a walking melodrama, always crying about everything.
    Ese tipo es un melodrama caminante, siempre llorando por todo.
    Real-life theater
    When he starts shouting in public, it turns into a melodrama.
    Cuando se pone a gritar en público, se convierte en un melodrama.