motifs

[US]/məʊˈtiːfs/
[UK]/moʊˈtiːfs/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.themes or central ideas in a literary or artistic work; basic patterns or designs; repeated or dominant elements

Phrases & Collocations

artistic motifs

cultural motifs

design motifs

literary motifs

symbolic motifs

decorative motifs

visual motifs

narrative motifs

thematic motifs

traditional motifs

Example Sentences

the artist often incorporates nature motifs into her paintings.

in literature, recurring motifs can enhance the narrative.

traditional motifs are prevalent in cultural festivals.

designers often use geometric motifs in modern architecture.

her fashion collection features floral motifs prominently.

motifs of love and loss are common in poetry.

the film uses historical motifs to tell its story.

many cultures have unique motifs that represent their heritage.

motifs in music can create a sense of continuity.

architectural motifs can reveal a lot about a civilization.

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