Nosferatu
What is another word for Nosferatu? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A vampire, especially as depicted in gothic horror fiction and film.
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Etymology
Popularized by Bram Stoker's 1897 novel Dracula and F. W. Murnau's 1922 silent film Nosferatu; the word is thought to come from an old Romanian term for a vampire or evil spirit.
Full origin of Nosferatu →Frequently asked questions
What does “Nosferatu” mean?
The word “Nosferatu” means a vampire, especially as depicted in gothic horror fiction and film. In plain terms, a dramatic, old-fashioned word for a vampire, evoking the classic silent horror film.
How do you pronounce “Nosferatu”?
“Nosferatu” is pronounced nos-fuh-RAH-too (/ˌnɒsfəˈɹɑːtuː/ in IPA).
How do you use “Nosferatu” in a sentence?
Here is “Nosferatu” used in a sentence: “The old castle looked like something straight out of a nosferatu story.”
What part of speech is “Nosferatu”?
“Nosferatu” is a noun.
Where does the word “Nosferatu” come from?
The word “Nosferatu” dates back to around 1897 and comes from Romanian. Popularized by Bram Stoker's 1897 novel Dracula and F. W. Murnau's 1922 silent film Nosferatu; the word is thought to come from an old Romanian term for a vampire or evil spirit.
