Personae: meaning, definitions and examples

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personae

 

[ pษ™rหˆsoสŠniห ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

literary character

The term 'personae' refers to the characters or roles that an author creates in a work of literature. These figures often exhibit distinct traits, motivations, and backgrounds that contribute to the narrative. 'Personae' can also refer to the various identities or masks that individuals present in social contexts. In modern usage, it may encompass the concept of personas in psychology, where individuals adopt different roles based on their environment. Understanding personae is crucial for analyzing character development and thematic elements in literature.

Synonyms

characters, figures, roles

Examples of usage

  • The novel's personae are complex and relatable.
  • Each persona reflects different aspects of human nature.
  • The author's use of personae enriches the story.

Translations

Translations of the word "personae" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น personagens

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเฅเคฏเค•เฅเคคเคฟเคคเฅเคต

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Personen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ karakter

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพัะพะฑะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ osoby

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไบบ็‰ฉ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท personnages

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ personajes

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kiลŸiler

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ธ๋ฌผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดุฎุตูŠุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ osoby

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ osoby

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ง’่‰ฒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ osebe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ persรณnur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚าฑะปา“ะฐะปะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒ”แƒ แƒกแƒแƒœแƒแƒŸแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลŸษ™xslษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ personajes

Etymology

The word 'personae' originates from the Latin term 'persona,' meaning 'mask' or 'character.' In ancient Roman theater, actors would wear masks to portray different roles, symbolizing the various human experiences and emotions. This practice influenced the development of the term, as it transitioned into discussing characters in literature and other forms of storytelling. Over time, 'personae' began to encompass not only fictional characters but also the facets of identity that individuals showcase in society. In contemporary contexts, the term has expanded to include multiple interpretations, such as psychological roles and social identities. The richness of the word reflects its journey through history, encompassing the evolution of self-presentation and character representation in art and life.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,071, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.