Sitcom

Genre of comedy series featuring situational humor and recurring characters.

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Sitcom is a genre of comedy series characterized by situational humor and recurring characters in familiar settings. It typically features humorous episodes with self-contained plots.

/ˈsɪtˌkɒm/

Sitcom is a portmanteau of 'situation comedy'.

Sitcoms are TV shows where funny things happen to regular people in everyday situations, and you see the same characters each week.

What does sitcom stand for? Situation comedy
What are some common elements of a sitcom? Recurring characters, situational humor, and often a laugh track
How long are typical sitcom episodes? Usually around 20-30 minutes

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