Trahedya (en. Tragedy)

/traˈhɛdʒja/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A form of play in theater where the main theme is sad events that bring tragedy to the character.
The tragedy of a hero often becomes an inspiration for writers.
Ang trahedya ng isang bayani ay madalas na nagiging inspirasyon sa mga manunulat.
A portrayal of life where people face severe trials resulting in sad events.
Their tragedy is a reminder of inevitable fate.
Ang kanilang trahedya ay isang paalala ng hindi maiiwasang kapalaran.
An event or situation that causes great pain or suffering.
The tragedy in her life is not easily forgotten.
Ang trahedya sa kanyang buhay ay hindi madaling malimutan.

Etymology

from the Greek word 'tragōidia', meaning 'song of the goat'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

tragedy in life
A sad event in a person's life.
trahedya sa buhay
tragedy of war
The sad events caused by war.
trahedya ng digmaan

Related Words

tragic
A person who depicts or represents tragedies.
trahedyano
tragedy in art
An art form that portrays tragedies.
trahedya sa sining

Slang Meanings

a very bad situation
The tragedy of his life is that he didn't pass the exam.
Ang trahedya ng buhay niya kasi hindi siya nakapasa sa exam.
dramatic event
Wow, that decision in their relationship was so tragic.
Grabe, nakaka-trahedya naman 'yung naging desisyon niya sa relasyon nila.
complicated story
That story is so tragic; it really made me cry.
Sobrang trahedya ng kwento niyan, napaiyak talaga ako.