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Natak

नाटक
NAA-tak

A play or drama, especially in Indian theatre.

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Meaning & usage

Natak refers to a play or drama, traditionally performed in Indian theatre. It encompasses a wide range of theatrical performances, from classical Sanskrit plays to modern Indian dramas. The term is derived from the Sanskrit word 'nāṭaka', which means a dramatic performance.

In a sentence

The local theatre group is putting on a natak this weekend.

As seen in crosswords

Natak is a 5-letter answer. A typical clue:

“A play or drama, especially in Indian theatre” (5)

Category: Arts Origin: Sanskrit Script: Hindi

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