* Drame (pronounced drahm) - This is the most common and general word for drama, referring to a genre of literature, theatre, or film.
* Pièce de théâtre (pronounced pyehs duh tay-ahtr) - This literally translates to "play of the theater" and is used specifically for a dramatic play.
* Spectacle (pronounced speh-ta-kl) - This is more general and can refer to any performance, including a drama.
* Tragédie (pronounced tra-zhe-dee) - This refers specifically to a tragedy, a type of drama with a tragic ending.
The best word to use depends on the context. For example:
* "I went to see a drame at the theater last night."
* "Shakespeare wrote many famous pièces de théâtre."
* "The spectacle was very impressive."
* "Romeo and Juliet is a classic tragédie."