Sitcom

Sitcom

While international abbreviation for situation comedy, British sitcoms (Fawlty Towers, Only Fools and Horses) are culturally distinct.

Etymology & History

British situation comedy. British television terminology. British sitcom tradition strong. Fawlty Towers, Only Fools British classics. American term adopted British. Reflects British television genre.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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