Petrarca (en. Petrarch)

/peˈtrarka/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Italian poet of the Renaissance, considered the father of modern poetry.

Petrarch is famous for his work 'Songs', which showcases his idealized love.

Petrarca es célebre por su obra 'Canciones', que muestra su amor idealizado.

A fundamental figure in the development of humanism during the Renaissance.

Petrarch's ideas influenced many Renaissance thinkers.

Las ideas de Petrarca influyeron en muchos pensadores renacentistas.

The term 'petrarca' comes from the surname of the Italian poet Francesco Petrarca, whose name is synonymous with love poetry and lyricism.

petrarch of love

It refers to a style of poetry influenced by Petrarch that deals with idealized love.

petrarca del amor

petrarchan style

It refers to the way of writing poetry that emulates Petrarch.

estilo petrarquista

humanism

Cultural movement that placed the human being at the center of thought and was influenced by Petrarch.

humanismo

renaissance

Cultural period in which Petrarch was a key figure due to his literary contributions.

renacimiento

Use of 'petrarca' in the context of unrequited love.

That phrase is very petrarchan, it expresses an impossible love.

Esa frase es muy petrarca, expresa un amor imposible.

Referring to someone who writes poetry in a very idealistic manner.

She is a true petrarchan in her lyrics.

Ella es un verdadero petrarca en sus letras.