Teatros (en. Theaters)
te-'a-tros
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Establishment intended for the performance of theatrical works.
The city's theater has a varied program.
El teatro de la ciudad tiene una programación variada.
Building where theater performances are held.
The audience gathered in the theaters to see the play.
El público se reunió en los teatros para ver la obra.
Set of theaters that are part of the same company.
The company's theaters are located in various cities.
Los teatros de la compañía se encuentran en diversas ciudades.
Etymology
The word 'teatro' comes from the Greek 'theatron', which means 'place for seeing'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
theater of life
Reference to the fact that life itself is like a theatrical performance.
teatro de la vida
go to the theater
Attending a theatrical performance.
ir al teatro
classical theater
Plays that belong to the classical tradition.
teatro clásico
Related Words
actor
Person who plays a role in a theater play.
actor
production
Set of tasks necessary to carry out a theatrical work.
producción
script
Written text that contains the dialogues and actions of a theater play.
guion
Slang Meanings
Alternative theater
Alternative theater promotes works by independent authors.
El teatro alternativo promueve obras de autoría independiente.
Neighborhood theater
Neighborhood theater offers low-cost performances for the community.
El teatro de barrio ofrece funciones a bajo costo para la comunidad.