DYFALU: A Welsh term for a form of fanciful conceit in which a string of sequential metaphors compares an object to a number of diverse things--often using compound words in a manner similar to the Anglo-Saxon or Old Norse kenning.
The ToneThe main difference between Shakepearean comedy and Shakespearean tragedy is the tone. The comedy is designed to be funny, while the tragedy will be sad... that is the main difference, and one that you can predict before even reading them. The difference is that a comedy has a light romantic spot to it while usually the tragedies have killing and despair. People laugh in a comedy and people cry in a tragedy.
Operettas are usually shorter than operas, and are usually of a light and amusing character. Operettas are often considered less serious than operas. While an opera's story is usually believable and more relatable to its audience, an operetta aims to simply amuse.Topical satire is a feature common to many operettas.he operetta is a precursor of the modern musical theatre or the musical. In the early decades of the 20th century, the operetta continued to exist alongside the newer musical, with each influencing the other.