das Märchenmotiv
Translation
fairy tale motif, fairy tale theme
Examples
Das Bild zeigt bekannte Märchenmotive.
The picture shows well-known fairy tale motifs.
Der Kampf Gut gegen Böse ist ein typisches Märchenmotiv.
The fight between good and evil is a typical fairy tale motif.
Grammar Patterns
to recognize a fairy tale motif ((sth.)) to recognize (sth.) as a fairy tale motif In the film, you can recognize many fairy tale motifs.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Thema (theme), Leitmotiv (leitmotif)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Märchen' (fairy tale) and 'Motiv' (motif).
Memory Tips
Think of the recurring 'motifs' or themes you find in a 'Märchen' (fairy tale).