word
dramaturgy
DRAM-uh-tur-jee
ˈdræməˌtɜːrdʒiListen
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Syllable breakdown
dramaturgy
Dictionary meaning
The craft of dramatic composition and the critical shaping of theatrical narrative.
History and origin
Greek drama + ergon.
Examples
- The company hired a consultant to strengthen the production's dramaturgy.
Common mispronunciations
drama-TUR-gee
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