motif
Significado: A recurring theme, image, or pattern in a work of art, literature, or music; a decorative design or pattern.
In literary analysis, a motif is a recurring element that has symbolic significance and contributes to the themes of a work — for example, the motif of water representing purification. In music, a motif is a short musical phrase that recurs throughout a composition. In design and textiles, it refers to a repeated decorative pattern. Motif is often confused with 'theme,' but a motif is more specific: it is a concrete, recurring element that supports the broader theme.
Ejemplos
- The motif of light and darkness runs throughout the novel, reflecting the protagonist's inner conflict. 光明与黑暗的母题贯穿整部小说,映射出主人公内心的冲突。El motivo de la luz y la oscuridad recorre toda la novela, reflejando el conflicto interior del protagonista.光と闇のモチーフが小説全体を貫き、主人公の内面的葛藤を反映している。빛과 어둠의 모티프가 소설 전체에 걸쳐 흐르며, 주인공의 내면적 갈등을 반영한다.
- The wallpaper features a floral motif inspired by William Morris designs. 这款壁纸以受威廉·莫里斯设计启发的花卉图案为特色。El papel pintado presenta un motivo floral inspirado en los diseños de William Morris.その壁紙はウィリアム・モリスのデザインに着想を得た花柄のモチーフを特徴としている。그 벽지는 윌리엄 모리스 디자인에서 영감을 받은 꽃무늬 모티프가 특징이다.
- Wagner's operas are famous for their use of leitmotifs — recurring musical motifs associated with specific characters or ideas. 瓦格纳的歌剧以使用主导动机而闻名——即与特定角色或思想相关联的反复出现的音乐母题。Las óperas de Wagner son célebres por su uso de leitmotivs, motivos musicales recurrentes asociados a personajes o ideas específicos.ワーグナーのオペラはライトモチーフ――特定の登場人物やアイデアに結び付けられた反復的な音楽モチーフ――の使用で有名である。바그너의 오페라는 라이트모티프 — 특정 인물이나 사상에 연결된 반복적인 음악 모티프 — 의 사용으로 유명하다.
Pronunciación
Guía de uso
Contexto: academic, media
Tono: neutral
Origen e historia
From French motif (motive, pattern), from medieval Latin motivum (that which moves), from Latin movere (to move). Entered English in the 19th century.
Contexto cultural
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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