German word

Dramatiker

Pronunciation

IPA/dʁaˈmaːtɪkɐ/

Meaning

  • masculine nounplaywright

Example

Viele Dramatiker schreiben gesellschaftliche Themen.

Many playwrights write about social issues.

Illustration for Dramatiker (playwright)

More examples

Ein renommierter Dramatiker wurde für sein neues Stück gefeiert.

A renowned playwright was celebrated for his new play.

Core concept

One person gives a stage story its speaking characters, conflict, and playable structure.

Common phrases

  • renommierter Dramatiker

    renowned playwright

  • bekannter Dramatiker

    well-known playwright

Similar words

Bühnenautor: A writer who creates scripts specifically for live stage performance.
Drehbuchautor: A writer who structures scripts for film or television production.
Autor: A person who writes stories or information for others to read.
Dramaturg: A theatrical adviser who develops plots and characters and supports script creation.

Definition in German

Dramatiker ist eine Person, die Dramen oder Theaterstücke schreibt.

Word origin

The German noun combines "Dramatik" with "-er" to name a person associated with drama, and "Dramatik" ultimately derives from Greek "drama", meaning deed or action.

Usage tips

  • "Dramatiker" names a person, while "Drama" or "Stück" names a work and "Drehbuchautor" usually means a screenwriter.

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