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剧
jù
Description
“剧”常常用来说电视剧、电影或者话剧这样的表演。
"剧" is often used to refer to performances like TV dramas, movies, or stage plays.
它也可以表示很厉害、很强烈的意思，比如“剧烈”。
It can also mean something intense or severe, as in "剧烈" (intense).
Meanings
剧jù
drama; play; show (theatrical or TV)
我很喜欢看这部电视剧。
I really enjoy watching this TV series.
剧烈jùliè
intense; severe; violent
他跑步以后心跳很剧烈。
His heart beats very fast after running.
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Notes
- Etymology
originally meant 'intense/severe'; the 'drama' sense comes from 戏剧 (theatrical arts).
- Nuance
as 'play/drama' 剧 rarely stands alone; usually part of 电视剧, 话剧, 京剧.
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