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    Shakspeare (en. Shakespeare)

    /ˈʃæksˌpɪr/

    Meaning & Definition

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    noun
    An influential author in Western literature, known for his plays and poetry.
    Shakspeare wrote 'Romeo and Juliet,' one of his most famous works.
    Shakspeare escribió 'Romeo y Julieta', una de sus obras más famosas.
    A pioneer in the use of modern English in literature.
    The language of Shakspeare has influenced many later works.
    El lenguaje de Shakspeare ha influido en muchas obras posteriores.
    A central figure of the Renaissance in England.
    The plays of Shakspeare reflect the complexity of human nature.
    Los dramas de Shakspeare reflejan la complejidad de la naturaleza humana.

    Etymology

    The surname 'Shakespeare' is associated with William Shakespeare, a 16th-century English playwright and poet.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the tempest
    A work that deals with revenge and magic.
    la tempestad
    as you like it
    A comedy that explores themes of love and identity.
    como gustéis
    to be or not to be
    Famous phrase from 'Hamlet' that represents a deep reflection on existence.
    el ser o no ser

    Related Words

    dramaturgy
    The art of writing plays.
    dramaturgia
    sonnet
    A poetic form used by Shakspeare in some of his works.
    soneto
    tragedy
    The predominant literary genre in the works of Shakspeare.
    tragedia

    Slang Meanings

    To use elaborate or flowery language in an everyday context.
    Don't talk like a Shakspeare, we are in an informal meeting.
    No hables como un Shakspeare, estamos en una reunión informal.
    To refer to a dramatic or exaggerated trait in behaviors.
    She is so dramatic; she seems like a Shakspeare on stage.
    Ella es tan dramática, parece una Shakspeare en escena.