No. 3,603 in German
motiv
"Motiv" in German means "motive" or "theme."
In a sentence
Das Motiv des Gemäldes zeigt eine ruhige Landschaft.
The motif of the painting shows a serene landscape.
Here, 'Motiv' refers to the artistic theme or subject depicted in the painting.
Sein Motiv, freiwillig zu helfen, ist beeindruckend.
His motive for volunteering to help is impressive.
In this context, 'Motiv' is used to denote the underlying reason or intention behind someone's actions.
Die Wiederholung des Motivs in der Musik verstärkt die Melodie.
The repetition of the motif in the music enhances the melody.
Here, 'Motiv' describes a recurring theme or pattern in a musical composition.
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