tragedy
/ˈtɹæd͡ʒɪdi/
B1 · Intermediate★★★★☆
Simple Meaning
大きな苦しみや損失を引き起こす非常に悲しい出来事。
When to Use
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Intermediate — can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
“その地震は国全体にとって恐ろしい悲劇でした。”
“多くの人々が火事で家を失ったのは悲劇です。”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
A drama or similar work, in which the main character is brought to ruin or otherwise suffers the extreme consequences of some tragic flaw or weakness of character.
Related Words
Synonyms:
disastercatastrophemisfortune
Antonyms:
miracleblessing
Word Family:
tragedytragediestragictragically