cours de théâtre
The English phrase "drama class" is cours de théâtre in French.
The term cours de théâtre refers to a class where students learn how to act in plays and performances. While the word théâtre literally means "theater," in this specific context it refers to the art of acting or drama.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of cours (class or course), de (of) and théâtre (theater or drama).
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Quebec, you will frequently hear both cours de théâtre and atelier de jeu théâtral to describe a drama class.
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun cours is masculine. When referring to a single class, you use the masculine article un, forming un cours de théâtre.
Did you know?
- In France, drama classes for children are often referred to as éveil théâtral, which translates to 'theatrical awakening'.
- While théâtre describes the art of drama, French often uses the word jeu (literally 'game' or 'play') when discussing the specific technique of acting in a class.
- The word théâtre comes from the Ancient Greek word théatron, which specifically means 'a place for viewing'.
Examples in context
- J'ai décidé de prendre des cours de théâtre.I decided to take drama classes.
- J'ai un cours de théâtre ce soir.I have a drama class this evening.
- Elle cherche un cours de théâtre pour enfants.She is looking for a drama class for children.
- Le cours de théâtre est très amusant.The drama class is very fun.
Example conversation
Chloé and Lucas are talking about their weekly activities.
- ChloéTu fais quoi après l'école, Lucas ?What are you doing after school, Lucas?
- LucasJe vais à mon cours de théâtre.I am going to my drama class.
- ChloéC'est super, moi j'ai un cours de piano.That's great, I have a piano lesson.
- LucasBonne chance pour ton cours !Good luck with your lesson!
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries cours, de, théâtre, CC BY-SA 4.0.
