Dulaan (en. Play)

/duˈla.an/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A form of art that is presented on stage.
The play has various genres such as drama, comedy, and musical.
Ang dulaan ay may iba't ibang genre tulad ng drama, komedi, at musikal.
A representation of a story through characters.
The play is usually performed by actors in front of an audience.
Ang dulaan ay karaniwang isinasagawa ng mga aktor sa harap ng mga manonood.
An opportunity for art that uses dialogue and action.
In a play, the characters talk and act to convey the story.
Sa dulaan, ang mga karakter ay nag-uusap at kumikilos upang ipahayag ang kwento.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'dula' meaning 'play' or 'performance.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Let the play begin
Start of a performance.
Magsimula na ang dulaan
Buy tickets for the play
Getting tickets to watch a show.
Bumili ng tiket para sa dulaan

Related Words

actors
People who perform in the play.
aktors
stage
The place where the play is held.
entablado

Slang Meanings

playmate or game
Here in the neighborhood, there are a lot of games with double matches.
Dito sa kanto, maraming doble-laban na dulaan.
play or performance
We conducted a performance at school for the anniversary.
Nagsagawa kami ng dulaan sa paaralan para sa anibersaryo.
battle or competition
This competition is really lucky; we always win!
Ang dulaan na ito ay talagang swerte, lagi kaming nananalo!