Word
emmy
Phoneticsem·my
/ˈɛmi/
Definition
n. a prize given for the best television shows, actors, and directors in the United States.
n. an award presented for artistic and technical merit in the American television industry.
Examples
“The actress won her first Emmy last night.”
“The drama series received ten Emmy nominations after its successful first season on the streaming platform.”
“Winning an Emmy is considered the highest achievement in American television, often leading to increased production budgets and higher salaries for the show's creative team.”
Examples
simple
“The actress won her first Emmy last night.”
contextual
“The drama series received ten Emmy nominations after its successful first season on the streaming platform.”
complex
“Winning an Emmy is considered the highest achievement in American television, often leading to increased production budgets and higher salaries for the show's creative team.”
Usage
Usually capitalized as 'Emmy' or 'the Emmys' when referring to the ceremony.
Teaching tip
Learners should note that while the Oscars are for film and the Grammys for music, the Emmys specifically honor television.
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