How to Say "motif" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “motif” is “motivo” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
nounB2
A recurring design element or musical phrase
Examples
La sinfonía tiene un motivo melódico que se repite en cada movimiento.
The symphony has a melodic motif that repeats in every movement.
El motivo floral domina el diseño de la tela.
The floral design/motif dominates the fabric pattern.
Context is Key
When 'motivo' is used in an artistic context, it refers to the core repeating idea or element that ties the work together.
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