French Conversation · Level 43
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French word
néoromantique
Pronunciation
IPA/neoʁɔmɑ̃tik/
Meaning
- adjectiveneo-Romantic
Example
Ce film est néoromantique.
This film is neo-Romantic.
More examples
On reconnaît un style néoromantique dans cette œuvre.
One recognizes a neo-Romantic style in this work.
Core concept
A modern work that reshapes Romanticism's intense feeling and aesthetic style through contemporary forms.
Similar words
romantique: It evokes strong emotion and an atmosphere of romance.
nostalgique: It expresses a strong feeling of longing for the past.
poétique: It suggests poetic beauty and symbolism through language or imagery.
classique: It follows established traditions or classical styles with a calm, measured quality.
Definition in French
Qui évoque le romantisme en réinterprétant ses traits esthétiques et sentimentaux selon des usages contemporains.
Word origin
The adjective combines the productive French prefix néo-, from Greek neos, with romantique to mark a modern reworking of Romanticism.
Usage tips
- In French, néoromantique usually describes a work, style, or atmosphere rather than a person's romantic feelings.