Gothic
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British pronunciation/ɡˈɒθɪk/
American pronunciation/ˈɡɑθɪk/

Definición y Significado de "Gothic"

gothic
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godo

(architecture) used to describe the building style prevalent in Western Europe in the 12th-16th centuries, whose characteristics are high ceilings, tall pillars, pointed windows and arches that are mostly made of stone
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gótico, gótico antiguo

relating to the language spoken by the ancient Goths
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The Gothic script used in medieval manuscripts was known for its intricate and decorative appearance.
La escritura gótica utilizada en los manuscritos medievales era conocida por su apariencia intrincada y decorativa.
She studied the Gothic language to better understand the historical texts of the ancient Goths.
Ella estudió el gótico antiguo para comprender mejor los textos históricos de los antiguos godos.
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gótico, gótica

characteristic of the style of type commonly used for printing German
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gótico, gótica

associated with the Middle Ages, including its architecture, art, literature, and cultural styles
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She specializes in Gothic literature, studying works like Mary Shelley ’s Frankenstein and Bram Stoker ’s Dracula.
Ella se especializa en literatura gótica, estudiando obras como Frankenstein de Mary Shelley y Drácula de Bram Stoker.
The museum displayed a collection of Gothic art, full of religious symbolism and detailed carvings.
El museo exhibió una colección de arte gótico, llena de simbolismo religioso y tallas detalladas.
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gótico

(of a novel, etc.) written or made in a spooky and mysterious way and often focus on creepy places like old castles or haunted houses, with themes of darkness and the supernatural

What is gothic?

The genre emerged during the early 19th century, influenced by the Romantic movement and characterized by its fascination with the macabre and the unknown. Gothic works typically feature elements such as secret passages, gloomy weather, tragic romances, and sinister villains, evoking a sense of foreboding and suspense in the audience. Over the years, the gothic genre has evolved and expanded to encompass various mediums, including literature, film, television, and art, continuing to captivate audiences with its haunting narratives and chilling imagery.

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Gothic stories transport readers to ancient castles and haunted mansions, where eerie atmospheres and mysterious events unfold.
Las historias góticas transportan a los lectores a antiguos castillos y mansiones encantadas, donde se desarrollan atmósferas escalofriantes y eventos misteriosos.
In the world of gothic literature, desolate landscapes serve as the backdrop for chilling tales filled with dark themes and supernatural occurrences.
En el mundo de la literatura gótica, paisajes desolados sirven como telón de fondo para relatos escalofriantes llenos de temas oscuros y ocurrencias sobrenaturales.
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gótico

built in a style that was prevalent in Western Europe in the 12th-16th centuries, marked by having high ceilings, tall columns, pointed windows, and stone arches
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gótico

a style of architecture present in Western Europe in the 12th-16th centuries characterized by buildings made mostly from stone with high ceilings, tall pillars, pointed windows and arches
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gótico, gótica

extinct East Germanic language of the ancient Goths; the only surviving record being fragments of a 4th-century translation of the Bible by Bishop Ulfilas
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gótica, tipografía gótica

a heavy typeface in use from 15th to 18th centuries
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