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    Dula (en. Play)

    /ˈdu.la/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A form of art that combines speech, action, and sound.
    The play will be performed next week on stage.
    Ang dula ay ipapalabas sa susunod na linggo sa entablado.
    A story or interpretation of an event that is usually performed.
    Shakespeare's play is well-known around the world.
    Ang dula ni Shakespeare ay kilalang-kilala sa buong mundo.
    An activity usually done for entertainment.
    They play plays every weekend.
    Sila ay naglalaro ng dula tuwing katapusan ng linggo.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Spanish word 'juego' meaning game.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    role play
    A form of play usually prepared in schools as part of the curriculum.
    dula-dulaan
    drama of life
    A metaphorical way of saying human experiences in life.
    dula ng buhay

    Related Words

    actress
    A person who performs in a play or movie.
    aktres
    playwright
    A person who writes a play or script.
    manunulat

    Slang Meanings

    acting out, playing around
    Ella and I were just playing around in front of the mirror.
    Dula lang kami ni Ella sa harap ng salamin.
    to perform or entertain
    Join us, we are performing at the barangay fiesta!
    Sama ka sa amin, dula kami sa barangay fiesta!
    to mess around or fool around
    Why does it seem like you guys are just fooling around? You should be serious!
    Bakit parang dula lang ang ginagawa niyo? Dapat seryoso!