Trope: meaning, definitions and examples
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trope
[ troสp ]
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
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.
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:
๐ต๐น trope
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคฆเคฐเฅเคถ
๐ฉ๐ช Trope
๐ฎ๐ฉ kiasan
๐บ๐ฆ ััะพะฟ
๐ต๐ฑ trop
๐ฏ๐ต ใใญใผใ
๐ซ๐ท trop
๐ช๐ธ tropo
๐น๐ท trope
๐ฐ๐ท ํธ๋กํ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุงุณุชุนุงุฑุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ trop
๐ธ๐ฐ trop
๐จ๐ณ ไฟฎ่พ
๐ธ๐ฎ trope
๐ฎ๐ธ trope
๐ฐ๐ฟ ััะพะฟ
๐ฌ๐ช แขแ แแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ trop
๐ฒ๐ฝ 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.