drama-club
/ˈdrɑː.mə klʌb/ IELTSAcademic
noun
A drama club is a school or community group where people act, rehearse plays, and learn performance skills.
- She joined the drama club after school.
- The drama club is putting on a new play.
- His confidence grew in drama club.
Adinary Nuance
A drama club is more specific than a theater group. It usually means a school club or small group for students, not a professional acting company. It is also different from an acting class, because members often perform together, not only learn techniques.
In other languages
- Vietnamese
- câu lạc bộ kịch
- Spanish
- club de teatro
- Chinese
- 戏剧社
- Japanese
- 演劇部
- Korean
- 연극부
Etymology
Drama comes from Greek via Latin and French, meaning a play or performance. Club comes from English and earlier Germanic roots, meaning a group that meets regularly.
Common phrases
join drama clubdrama club performancedrama club rehearsaldrama club members
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Frequently asked questions
- Is drama club the same as theater club?
- They are very close. Drama club is often used in schools, while theater club may sound a little broader.
- Is drama club formal or informal?
- It is neutral and common in school writing, notices, and everyday speech.
- Can I say I am in drama club?
- Yes. That is a natural way to say you are a member.