noun, masculine/dʁam/plural: drames
drama (piece of theatre); drama (something entertaining or action-packed); tragedy (shocking and saddening event)
“Quel drame épouvantable ce matin à Laval. Il n’y a rien de pire que d’avoir peur pour son enfant. Je pense aux enfants, aux parents et aux employés.” — What a terrifying tragedy this morning at Laval. There's nothing worse than worrying for your child. My thoughts go out to the children, the parents, and the employees.
Borrowed from Latin drāma, from Ancient Greek δρᾶμα (drâma, “play, drama”, noun).