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teatral

theatrical

adjective teh-ah-TRAHL Less Common
Arts & Culture Performance

Also means

dramatic

Usage Note

Teatral means relating to the theatre (obra teatral, stage play) but also 'overly dramatic' in everyday speech, much like English 'theatrical'. It is invariable for gender: un gesto teatral, una actuación teatral. The noun is el teatro.

Examples

"La compañía presentó una obra teatral impresionante."

Natural Translation

The company presented an impressive theatrical work.

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