Dram (en. Drama)

/dræm/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A unit of weight equivalent to approximately 1/16 of a troy ounce.
A dram is commonly used in measuring medicines.
Ang isang dram ay karaniwang ginagamit sa pagsukat ng mga gamot.
A form of art referring to a written story represented on stage.
His favorite drama was written by a famous playwright.
Ang kanyang paboritong dram ay isinulat ng isang tanyag na manunulat.
A part of a show that refers to the dramatic scenes.
The drama of the show is filled with tension and excitement.
Ang dram ng palabas ay puno ng tensyon at saya.

Etymology

Derived from the English word 'dram' which comes from the Greek 'drama'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

dramatic effect
Reflects a powerful impact in a show or scene.
dramatic effect

Related Words

theater
A place where performances are held.
teatro
staging
The process of creating or presenting a dramatic story.
pagsasadula

Slang Meanings

looks dramatic or over the top
Wow, there was so much drama at that party, it was like a soap opera.
Grabe, ang daming drama sa party na 'yon, parang soap opera.
loves to create a scene
It seems like he's always the one with the drama to talk about, even when it isn't necessary.
Parang siya lagi ang may dramang sinasabi, kahit hindi naman kailangan.
overacting
There's so much overacting in this video, you’d think they really want to create drama.
Ang daming overacting sa video na 'to, akala mo gusto talaga nila ng dram.