Genre
Noun
UK
/ˈʒɒ̃.rə/
US
/ˈʒɑːn.rə/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
A style or category of artistic work.
Example
"Poetry and drama are different genres of writing."
"Each genre of books offers unique stories and ideas for readers."
"The library has books from many genres, so everyone can find something they like."
Explanation
A genre is a type or style of art, music, movie, or writing. It groups works that share similar ideas, forms, or feelings. For example, his favorite book genre is philosophy. Books can belong to genres like romance, mystery, or adventure. Genres help people understand what to expect and what kind of emotion or story a piece will have. They make it easier to choose what we enjoy.