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    Gœthe (en. Goethe)

    [ɡœt]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A major author and philosopher of German literature.
    Goethe wrote 'Faust', a major work of literature.
    Goethe a écrit 'Faust', une œuvre majeure de la littérature.
    A symbol of Humanism and the Romantic movement.
    The influence of Goethe on Romantic literature is undeniable.
    L'influence de Goethe sur la littérature romantique est indéniable.
    A central figure in Weltliteratur.
    Goethe's works are studied worldwide.
    Les œuvres de Goethe sont étudiées dans le monde entier.

    Etymology

    The word 'gœthe' derives from the proper name of the German writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Goethe of modern times
    An author who embodies Goethe's ideals in contemporary times.
    Goethe des temps modernes
    The spirit of Goethe
    The philosophy or artistic approach inspired by Goethe.
    L'esprit de Goethe
    Goethean influence
    The impact of Goethe's works on literature and culture.
    Influence goethéenne

    Related Words

    Faust
    A two-part tragedy written by Goethe.
    Faust
    Romanticism
    A literary and artistic movement in which Goethe played a key role.
    Romantisme
    Humanism
    A school of thought to which Goethe was strongly associated.
    Humanisme

    Slang Meanings

    A literary genius.
    He is the gœthe of our generation.
    Il est le gœthe de notre génération.
    An aspiring poet.
    He writes verses, but he will never be a true gœthe.
    Il écrit des vers, mais il ne sera jamais un vrai gœthe.