δράμα
Lemma: δράμα
Translation: drama; play; tragedy (noun)
Etymology: From Ancient Greek δρᾶμα (drâma), from δράω (dráō, 'to do, act'). English 'drama' is a direct cognate.
Mnemonics
- Sounds just like English 'drama'
- Think of ancient Greek drama masks
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Cultural Context
Important in Greek culture since ancient times, with drama originating in Ancient Greece through theatrical performances of tragedies and comedies.
Easily Confused With
Explanation: δράμα means 'drama/play' while τράμα means 'tram/streetcar'
Confused word:
Πήρα το τράμα για το κέντρο.
I took the tram to the center.
Notes: The words look similar but have completely different meanings and origins
Mnemonic: δράμα starts with 'd' like 'drama'