leitmotivs

[US]/ˈlaɪt.məʊ.tɪvz/
[UK]/ˈlaɪt.moʊ.tɪvz/

Translation

n.recurring theme in a musical or literary composition

Phrases & Collocations

musical leitmotivs

leitmotivs of life

leitmotivs in art

leitmotivs of love

leitmotivs of nature

leitmotivs of conflict

leitmotivs in literature

leitmotivs of history

leitmotivs of dreams

leitmotivs of identity

Example Sentences

in the symphony, the leitmotivs represent different characters.

the composer skillfully weaves the leitmotivs throughout the opera.

leitmotivs can enhance the emotional impact of a film.

many of wagner's operas are known for their complex leitmotivs.

identifying the leitmotivs helps the audience follow the story.

leitmotivs often recur in different forms throughout the piece.

the use of leitmotivs is a hallmark of cinematic storytelling.

composers often create leitmotivs to represent specific themes.

understanding the leitmotivs can deepen your appreciation of the music.

in literature, leitmotivs can symbolize recurring ideas or themes.

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