arts
Translation
arts, humanities
Examples
She is studying the arts at college.
She is studying the arts at college.
The museum has many fine arts.
The museum has many fine arts.
Grammar Patterns
((the arts)) the field of creative subjects like painting, music, and literature. She is studying the arts at college.
Similar Words
Synonyms: humanities, fine arts, creative activities
Etymology
From Old French 'art', from Latin 'artem' meaning 'skill, craft'.
Memory Tips
'Arts' is the plural of 'art', but 'the arts' often refers to a broad field of study, like humanities.