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    Shakspeare (en. Shakspeare)

    ʃæksˈpɪr

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Famous writer of plays, poetry, and sonnets.
    Shakespeare is the author of many tragedies.
    Shakspeare est l'auteur de nombreuses tragédies.
    An iconic figure in literature.
    The works of Shakespeare are studied worldwide.
    Les œuvres de Shakspeare sont étudiées dans le monde entier.
    A symbol of English theatrical culture.
    The Shakespeare Festival attracts audiences from everywhere.
    Le Festival de Shakspeare attire des spectateurs de partout.

    Etymology

    From the name of William Shakespeare, 16th-century English playwright.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the spirit of Shakespeare
    Reference to the depth and complexity of Shakespeare's works.
    l'esprit de Shakspeare
    a modern Shakespeare
    A contemporary author who evokes Shakespearean style or depth.
    un Shakspeare moderne
    Shakespearean works
    The plays and poems written by Shakespeare.
    les œuvres shakspeariennes

    Related Words

    theater
    A place where Shakespeare's plays are performed.
    théâtre
    tragedy
    A type of play often written by Shakespeare.
    tragédie
    sonnet
    A poetic form used by Shakespeare.
    sonnet

    Slang Meanings

    Reference to someone very talented in writing.
    This boy writes poems like a real Shakespeare.
    Ce garçon écrit des poèmes comme un vrai Shakspeare.
    Used to describe something dramatic or excessive.
    That scene was so dramatic, it felt like Shakespeare.
    Cette scène était tellement dramatique, on aurait dit du Shakspeare.