NOUN
Motiv/moˈtiːf/motive; motif; theme
Motiv is a German noun that means motive, motif, or theme. It is pronounced /moˈtiːf/. As a noun it takes the article "das", with the plural form "Motive".
Definitions
1.the reason or drive for an action or behavior(reason, psychology, crime)
a.an inner drive or reason for doing something
Die Polizei kennt das Motiv für das Verbrechen noch nicht.—The police still do not know the motive for the crime.
2.a recurring subject, idea, or pattern in works of art(art, literature, music)
a.artistic or literary motif or theme
Blumen sind ein häufiges Motiv in der Malerei.—Flowers are a common motif in painting.
Declension
Genderneuter
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | das Motiv | die Motive |
| Genitive | des Motivs | der Motive |
| Dative | dem Motiv | den Motiven |
| Accusative | das Motiv | die Motive |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Motiv" mean in English?
- "Motiv" means motive, motif, or theme. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Motiv"?
- "Motiv" is pronounced /moˈtiːf/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Motiv" der, die, or das?
- "Motiv" is a neuter noun, so it takes the article "das".
- What is the plural of "Motiv"?
- The plural of "Motiv" is "Motive".
- What part of speech is "Motiv"?
- "Motiv" is a noun in German.
