Trope: meaning, definitions and examples

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trope

 

[ troสŠp ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

literature

A trope is a commonly used theme or motif in literature, art, or media that conveys a specific idea or message. Tropes can be recurring patterns, symbols, or clichรฉs that help to convey meaning or create a certain atmosphere.

Synonyms

clichรฉ, motif, theme

Examples of usage

  • Using the 'damsel in distress' trope in the story added suspense.
  • The 'hero's journey' is a well-known trope in literature and film.
Context #2 | Noun

linguistics

In linguistics, a trope refers to a figure of speech that involves a change in the traditional meaning of words or phrases. Tropes are often used to create emphasis, convey emotion, or add depth to language.

Synonyms

figure of speech, metaphor, simile

Examples of usage

  • The use of metaphors and similes are common tropes in poetry.
  • Irony and hyperbole are examples of tropes used in everyday language.

Translations

Translations of the word "trope" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น trope

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค†เคฆเคฐเฅเคถ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Trope

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kiasan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ั€ะพะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ trop

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒˆใƒญใƒผใƒ—

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท trop

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tropo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท trope

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŠธ๋กœํ”„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงุณุชุนุงุฑุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ trop

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ trop

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไฟฎ่พž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ trope

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ trope

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ั€ะพะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒ แƒแƒžแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ trop

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tropo

Etymology

The word 'trope' originates from the Greek word 'tropos' meaning 'a turn.' It was first used in the English language in the 16th century to refer to a figure of speech. Over time, the term expanded to encompass broader themes and motifs in literature and media, reflecting the evolution of storytelling and artistic expression.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,824, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.