tragedy
US /ˈtrædʒ.ə.di/
UK /ˈtrædʒ.ə.di/
1.
tragedia, catastrofe
an event causing great suffering, destruction, and distress, such as a serious accident, crime, or natural catastrophe
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The earthquake was a terrible tragedy for the region.
Il terremoto è stato una terribile tragedia per la regione.
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His sudden death was a great tragedy for his family.
La sua morte improvvisa è stata una grande tragedia per la sua famiglia.
2.
tragedia, dramma tragico
a play dealing with tragic events and having an unhappy ending, especially one concerning the downfall of the main character
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Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' is a classic tragedy.
'Amleto' di Shakespeare è una tragedia classica.
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Ancient Greek tragedies often explored themes of fate and free will.
Le tragedie greche antiche spesso esploravano temi di destino e libero arbitrio.