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What does the word theatre come from in Ancient Greek?

A place for viewing.

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  1. A place for singing
  2. A place for racing
  3. A place for viewing ✔

Why: The word comes from the Greek word for a place for viewing, linked to words meaning to see or watch.

Huh, didn't know that: The word comes from the Greek word for a place for viewing, linked to words meaning to see or watch.

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The audience had a seat with a view, so the show was truly eye-catching.
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Answer: A place for viewing. The word comes from the Greek word for a place for viewing, linked to words meaning to see or watch.

  1. Theatre en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theatre
    a place for viewing
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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