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No. 5,791 in French

comedy

Comedy (French "comédie"): A genre of entertainment characterized by humor and amusing situations.

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  • La comédie française classique est souvent étudiée en classe.

    Classic French comedy is often studied in class.

    Here, 'comédie' refers to a genre of theatrical and literary works that are inherently humorous and entertaining, emphasizing its cultural significance.

  • J'ai vu une comédie romantique au cinéma hier soir.

    I watched a romantic comedy at the movies last night.

    In this context, 'comédie' specifies a type of film characterized by humor intertwined with romance, illustrating its usage to classify entertainment genres.

  • Son jeu d'acteur était si mauvais que cela ressemblait à une comédie involontaire.

    His acting was so bad that it seemed like an unintended comedy.

    Here, 'comédie' implies a situation or action that provokes laughter, even if unintentionally, highlighting its broader application beyond formal genres.

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