Musa (en. Muse)

/ˈmu.sa/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A divinity that represents inspiration in the arts.
The muse of poetry is Calliope.
La musa de la poesía es Calliope.
A person who inspires an artist or creator.
She is the muse that has influenced all his work.
Ella es la musa que ha influido en toda su obra.
Concept of creative inspiration.
He was looking for his muse to start painting again.
Buscaba su musa para comenzar a pintar nuevamente.

Etymology

From Ancient Greek 'Μοῦσαι' (Moûsai), which designates the goddesses of the arts and science.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be someone's muse
To be the source of inspiration for someone.
ser la musa de alguien
muse of creativity
Referring to inspiration in creative processes.
musa de la creatividad
to find the muse
To discover the necessary inspiration to create.
encontrar la musa

Related Words

inspiration
Stimulus that drives creation.
inspiración
creativity
Faculty to create.
creatividad
art
Expression of human creativity.
arte

Slang Meanings

To refer to a girl who inspires someone in a romantic or artistic context.
She is his muse, always giving him ideas for his songs.
Ella es su musa, siempre le da ideas para sus canciones.
To use 'muse' in a metaphorical sense for someone who brings joy or motivation.
My sister is my muse, she always encourages me.
Mi hermana es mi musa, siempre me anima.