B2idiominformalpeople
a drama queen
USUK
someone who reacts to small problems as if they were very serious
Used for men too ('drama king'). It can sound rude, so use it about close friends or family.
In context
Stop being such a drama queen; it's only a tiny scratch on the car.
My little sister is a drama queen and cries over every bad mark at school.
More idioms about people
- a chip off the old blocka child who is very like one of their parents in character or skills
- a cold fishsomeone who seems unfriendly and does not show feelings
- a fair-weather friendsomeone who is your friend only when things are going well for you
- a friend in need is a friend indeeda person who helps you when you are in trouble is a true friend
- a good sportsomeone who accepts losing, teasing or bad luck without getting angry