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teleplay

[ ˈtɛləpleɪ ]

Noun

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film

A teleplay is a script for a television program or movie that is typically written by a screenwriter.

Synonyms

screenplay, script, teleplay script.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
teleplay	This term is used for the written script of television programs, particularly for dramas and comedies. Her teleplay was picked up by a major TV network Writing a teleplay requires understanding the nuances of television pacing
script	Use this term for the general written text of any performance, such as a play, movie, or TV show, including dialogue and stage directions. She spent all night working on the script for her new play The actor read his script before rehearsal
screenplay	This term is specific to the written text for movies. It includes not only the dialogue but also the actions, characters, and cinematography. He won an award for his brilliant screenplay They are looking for an experienced writer to develop the new screenplay
teleplay script	This is essentially a combination of 'teleplay' and 'script', often used interchangeably with 'teleplay'. It refers to the script prepared specifically for a television show. The teleplay script needed a few more revisions before filming could start He has many years of experience in writing teleplay scripts

Examples of usage

The teleplay for the new TV series was well-received by critics.
She is working on a teleplay for a popular streaming platform.
The teleplay was full of suspense and drama.
The writer spent months perfecting the teleplay for the upcoming movie.
The teleplay was adapted into a successful film.

Translations

Translations of the word "teleplay" in other languages:

🇵🇹 telepeça

🇮🇳 टेलीप्ले

🇩🇪 Fernsehspiel

🇮🇩 sandiwara televisi

🇺🇦 телеп'єса

🇵🇱 telewizyjna sztuka teatralna

🇯🇵 テレビドラマ

🇫🇷 téléfilm

🇪🇸 teleteatro

🇹🇷 televizyon oyunu

🇰🇷 텔레비전극

🇸🇦 مسرحية تلفزيونية

🇨🇿 televizní hra

🇸🇰 televízna hra

🇨🇳 电视剧本

🇸🇮 teleigra

🇮🇸 sjónvarpsleikrit

🇰🇿 телепьеса

🇬🇪 ტელეპიესა

🇦🇿 telepyesa

🇲🇽 teleteatro

Etymology

The term 'teleplay' originated in the 1950s during the rise of television as a popular form of entertainment. It combines 'tele-' from 'television' and 'play' from 'playwright,' highlighting its connection to both the medium and the dramatic nature of the content. Teleplays have been an integral part of television and movie production, with writers crafting engaging scripts for audiences to enjoy.