motif in Japanese
motif in Japanese is 主題, モチーフ — motif means a recurring idea, image, or element that runs through a work of art, music, or literature.
motif in Japanese
主題
Pronounced: shudai
モチーフ
Pronounced: mochīfu
A decorative figure that is repeated in a design or pattern.
What does "motif" mean?
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noun A recurring idea, image, or element that runs through a work of art, music, or literature.
"Loneliness is a recurring motif throughout the novel."
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noun A repeated decorative shape or pattern used in design.
"The wallpaper features a floral motif in gold and cream."
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motif in a sentence
- Loneliness is a recurring motif throughout the novel.
- The composer wove a four-note motif through the entire symphony.
- The wallpaper features a floral motif in gold and cream.
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What is "motif" in Japanese?
"motif" in Japanese is 主題, モチーフ. motif means: A recurring idea, image, or element that runs through a work of art, music, or literature.
How do you pronounce 主題?
"motif" in Japanese is 主題, pronounced "shudai".
How do you use "motif" in a sentence?
Example: "Loneliness is a recurring motif throughout the novel." In Japanese, "motif" is 主題, モチーフ.
Are there other ways to say "motif" in Japanese?
Yes — Japanese has 2 translations listed for "motif": 主題, モチーフ.
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