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[げき()]
geki
noun

English Meaning(s) for 劇

noun
  1. drama; play
  2. powerful drug (abbr of 劇薬)

Definition and Synonyms for 劇

Dramatic Art the art of writing and producing plays
Synonyms: テアトル, , 劇道, 演劇, 芝居
Dramatic Play a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage
Synonyms: ドラマ, , 戯曲, 演劇, 脚本, 芝居
Play a theatrical performance of a drama
Synonyms: , 演劇, 演戯, 芝居

Meanings for each kanji in 劇

» drama; play

Categories 劇 is a member of

Communicating the activity of communicating
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Show a social event involving a public performance or entertainment
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Dramatic Work a play for performance on the stage or television or in a movie etc.
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Stroke Order Diagrams for 劇

Sample Sentences for 劇

He has written several criticisms of that play.
All the students will partake in the play.
No other English dramatist rivals Shakespeare.
I believe Shakespeare is the greatest dramatist that ever lived.
Tom saw a play in the new theater.

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