Arabescos (en. Arabesques)
/aɾaˈβeskos/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Ornamental design that imitates natural forms and is used in architecture and decorative arts.
The arabesques adorn the mosques and palaces of the Islamic era.
Los arabescos adornan las mezquitas y los palacios de la época islámica.
Sequence of lines that interweave to form complex patterns.
The artist painted arabesques on the ceramics.
El artista pintó arabescos en la cerámica.
Characteristic motifs of Islamic craftsmanship.
The arabesques are an integral part of Islamic art.
Los arabescos son una parte integral del arte islámico.
Etymology
From the Arabic 'arabesque', meaning 'Arab' or related to Arab culture.
Common Phrases and Expressions
a design with arabesques
a design that includes decorative Arab motifs.
un diseño con arabescos
to dance with arabesques
to move fluidly and elegantly, like in a dance that incorporates curved shapes.
bailar con arabescos
Related Words
arabesco
A unique form of arabesques.
arabesco
East
Cultural region associated with Arab art.
oriente
ornament
Decorative element that adds beauty to an object.
ornamento
Slang Meanings
Colloquial term to refer to an extravagant and decorative lifestyle.
She lives with many arabesques in her house; she loves the exotic style.
Ella vive con muchos arabescos en su casa, le encanta el estilo exótico.
A way of describing a conversation or attitude that feels very elaborate.
Her way of speaking is full of arabesques; she never says things directly.
Su manera de hablar está llena de arabescos, nunca dice las cosas de forma directa.