Funny television shows that tell a complete story in 20-30 minutes, usually with the same characters in similar situations.
Abbreviation of 'situation comedy,' a term coined in the 1950s when television comedy shows regularly featured recurring characters in domestic or workplace scenarios that set up jokes.
The sitcom is basically a modern invention that changed how humans tell jokes—instead of punchlines, comedians create situations where characters' personalities naturally clash and create humor. It's why shows can run for decades!
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