Motif
01
图案, 设计
a decorative element or design that is added to clothing or fabric, serving to enhance its appearance or convey a particular style or theme
例子
The dress was adorned with a floral motif that gave it a vintage charm.
这件裙子饰有花卉图案，赋予它复古的魅力。
She chose a nautical motif for her beachwear collection.
她为她的沙滩装系列选择了一个航海主题。
02
主题, 母题
a subject, idea, or phrase that is repeatedly used in a literary work
例子
The motif of the " hero's journey " is a common theme in many epic tales, symbolizing the protagonist's growth and transformation.
“英雄之旅”的主题是许多史诗故事中的常见主题，象征着主人公的成长和转变。
The recurring motif of darkness and light in the novel underscores the contrast between good and evil, as well as the protagonist's internal struggles.
小说中反复出现的黑暗与光明的主题强调了善恶之间的对比，以及主人公的内心挣扎。
03
a short musical idea or pattern that is repeated or developed within a composition
例子
The symphony opens with a simple motif that recurs throughout the piece.
Beethoven 's Fifth Symphony is built around a four-note motif.
