pattern

Humanitní Vědy ACT - Literatura a Kultura

Zde se naučíte některá anglická slova související s literaturou a kulturou, jako je "elegie", "satirický", "paměti" atd., Které vám pomohou uspět u vašich ACT.

Revize

Kartičky

tvary

Pravopis

Kvíz

Začněte se učit
ACT Vocabulary for Humanities
free verse
free verse
[Podstatné jméno]

a type of verse without rhyme that has an irregular rhythm

volný verš, volná poezie

volný verš, volná poezie

stanza
stanza
[Podstatné jméno]

a series of lines in a poem, usually with recurring rhyme scheme and meter

sloka, strofa

sloka, strofa

Ex: The poem was structured with four stanzas, each following a different theme. 
sonnet
sonnet
[Podstatné jméno]

a verse of Italian origin that has 14 lines, usually in an iambic pentameter and a prescribed rhyme scheme

sonet, báseň o čtrnácti řádcích

sonet, báseň o čtrnácti řádcích

Ex: He struggled to fit his thoughts into the strict format of a sonnet. 
prose
prose
[Podstatné jméno]

spoken or written language in its usual form, in contrast to poetry

próza

próza

Ex: Her writing style is characterized by clear and concise prose, making her novels accessible to a wide audience. 
ballad
ballad
[Podstatné jméno]

a tale that is narrated in the form of a song or poem

balada, vyprávěcí píseň

balada, vyprávěcí píseň

Ex: The troubadours of medieval Europe traveled from town to town, singing ballads of love and chivalry. 
antimetabole
antimetabole
[Podstatné jméno]

a literary and rhetorical device that involves repeating words or phrases in successive clauses or sentences, but in reverse order

antimetabole, chiasmus

antimetabole, chiasmus

personification
personification
[Podstatné jméno]

a literary device where human qualities or characteristics are attributed to non-human entities, objects, or ideas

zosobnění, ztělesnění

zosobnění, ztělesnění

Ex: The poem’s personification of the wind made it seem alive and restless. 
allusion
allusion
[Podstatné jméno]

a statement that implies or indirectly mentions something or someone else, especially as a literary device

narážka, odkaz

narážka, odkaz

Ex: Her comment about "meeting her Waterloo" was an allusion to Napoleon's final defeat, implying she faced an insurmountable challenge. 
allegorical
allegorical
[Přídavné jméno]

(of a story, play, image, etc.) using characters or events in a symbolic sense that represent a concept, quality, etc.

alegorický, symbolický

alegorický, symbolický

pun
pun
[Podstatné jméno]

a clever or amusing use of words that takes advantage of the multiple meanings or interpretations that it has

slovní hříčka, vtip

slovní hříčka, vtip

Ex: She made a clever pun during the meeting that had everyone laughing. 
metaphor
metaphor
[Podstatné jméno]

a figure of speech that compares two unrelated things to highlight their similarities and convey a deeper meaning

metafora, řečnická figura

metafora, řečnická figura

Ex: He used the metaphor of a journey to describe the process of personal growth. 
simile
simile
[Podstatné jméno]

a word or phrase that compares two things or people, highlighting the similarities, often introduced by 'like' or 'as'

přirovnání, podobnost

přirovnání, podobnost

Ex: The poet used a simile to compare the clouds to cotton candy, painting a vivid picture of their fluffy, ethereal appearance. 
irony
irony
[Podstatné jméno]

a form of humor in which the words that someone says mean the opposite, producing an emphatic effect

ironie

ironie

Ex: His irony was so sharp that some people didn’t realize he was mocking them. 
marginalia
marginalia
[Podstatné jméno]

marks and notes written in the margins of a book or document

marginalia, poznámky na okrajích

marginalia, poznámky na okrajích

memoir
memoir
[Podstatné jméno]

a written account of a person's own life experiences or a particular period in their life

paměti, autobiografie

paměti, autobiografie

autobiography
autobiography
[Podstatné jméno]

the story of the life of a person, written by the same person

autobiografie, paměti

autobiografie, paměti

Ex: He wrote an autobiography to share his life story with the world. 
graphic novel
graphic novel
[Podstatné jméno]

a book that combines illustrations and storytelling to convey a narrative, often in a sequential art format

grafický román, komiks

grafický román, komiks

Ex: She is reading a graphic novel that explores dystopian themes. 
anthology
anthology
[Podstatné jméno]

a collection of selected writings by various authors, often on a similar theme or subject

antologie, sbírka

antologie, sbírka

Ex: The university library boasts an extensive anthology of classical literature. 
manuscript
manuscript
[Podstatné jméno]

a handwritten or typed document that has not yet been published or printed, often used to refer to an author's draft of a book or other literary work

rukopis, návrh

rukopis, návrh

satirical
satirical
[Přídavné jméno]

intending to mock, ridicule, or criticize a person, group, or society in a humorous or exaggerated way

satirický, ironický

satirický, ironický

Ex: The novel is a satirical critique of modern society. 
excerpt
excerpt
[Podstatné jméno]

a short piece taken from a longer composition

úryvek

úryvek

scroll
scroll
[Podstatné jméno]

a roll of parchment, paper, or other material containing writing or images, often used for historical or religious texts

svitek, pergamen

svitek, pergamen

interjection
interjection
[Podstatné jméno]

(grammar) a phrase or word used suddenly to express a particular emotion

citoslovce, zvolání

citoslovce, zvolání

Ex: The teacher explained the concept of interjection during grammar class. 
tone
tone
[Podstatné jméno]

the quality or character of speech, writing, or behavior that reflects the speaker's or writer's attitude

tón, tonalita

tón, tonalita

Ex: The essay's tone was formal and authoritative. 
canon
canon
[Podstatné jméno]

a recognized collection of authoritative books, texts, or works within a particular field or tradition, especially in religion

kánon

kánon

Ex: Shakespeare's plays are considered part of the literary canon in English literature. 
protagonist
protagonist
[Podstatné jméno]

the main character in a movie, novel, TV show, etc.

hlavní postava, protagonista

hlavní postava, protagonista

Ex: The protagonist of the novel is a young orphan who embarks on a journey of self-discovery and adventure. 
heroine
heroine
[Podstatné jméno]

the main female character in a story, book, film, etc., typically known for great qualities

hrdinka, ženská hlavní postava

hrdinka, ženská hlavní postava

Ex: She admired the bravery of the heroine in the novel. 
figurative language
figurative language
[Podstatné jméno]

the use of words and expressions that are not meant to be taken literally, but rather to create a vivid, imaginative image or effect in the reader's mind

obrazný jazyk, figurativní jazyk

obrazný jazyk, figurativní jazyk

melodramatic
melodramatic
[Přídavné jméno]

exaggerated or overly emotional in a theatrical or sensational way

melodramatický, divadelní

melodramatický, divadelní

Ex: Sarah's reaction to the minor inconvenience was melodramatic, complete with tears and exclamations. 
dime novel
dime novel
[Podstatné jméno]

a cheap paperback novel often featuring an adventure or melodramatic story

levný román, dobrodružný nebo melodramatický román

levný román, dobrodružný nebo melodramatický román

to fictionalize

to turn real events or situations into a tale or story, often by changing or adding to the details

zfiktivnit, zromantizovat

zfiktivnit, zromantizovat

Ex: The author fictionalized her childhood experiences in her bestselling novel. 
backstory
backstory
[Podstatné jméno]

the events that have happened to a character before their story in a book, movie, etc. begins

minulost, pozadí

minulost, pozadí

Ex: The author revealed the protagonist's tragic backstory through a series of flashbacks scattered throughout the novel. 
ghostwriter
ghostwriter
[Podstatné jméno]

an author whose work is published under someone else's name

ghostwriter, stínový spisovatel

ghostwriter, stínový spisovatel

Ex: The celebrity hired a ghostwriter to pen their memoirs. 
glyph
glyph
[Podstatné jméno]

a decorative element or symbol carved or inscribed onto a surface

glyf, dekorativní symbol

glyf, dekorativní symbol

syntax
syntax
[Podstatné jméno]

(linguistics) the way in which words and phrases are arranged to form grammatical sentences in a language

syntax, gramatická struktura

syntax, gramatická struktura

Ex: In linguistics, syntax refers to the rules that govern the structure of sentences, determining how words are arranged to convey meaning. 
dialect
dialect
[Podstatné jméno]

the spoken form of a language specific to a certain region or people which is slightly different from the standard form in words and grammar

nářečí, dialekt

nářečí, dialekt

Ex: A dialect is a variety of a language spoken by a particular group of people, characterized by unique vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation. 
intonation
intonation
[Podstatné jméno]

(phonetics) the rising and falling of the voice when speaking

intonace

intonace

Ex: In phonetics, intonation refers to the pattern of rising and falling pitch in speech, which conveys meaning, emotion, and emphasis. 
acronym
acronym
[Podstatné jméno]

a word formed from the initial letters of a phrase, pronounced as a single word

akronym, zkratka

akronym, zkratka

Ex: NASA is an acronym for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. 
initialism
initialism
[Podstatné jméno]

a type of abbreviation where the first letter of each word in a phrase or name is used to form a pronounceable acronym-like string of letters

zkratka, akronym

zkratka, akronym

etymology
etymology
[Podstatné jméno]

the study of the origins and historical developments of words and their meanings

etymologie

etymologie

Ex: Linguists trace the etymology of "vocabulary" back to Latin "vocabulum," meaning word. 
linguist
linguist
[Podstatné jméno]

an expert in the study of language, examining its structure, development, and cultural aspects

lingvista

lingvista

Ex: The linguist conducted research on the syntax and grammar of an endangered indigenous language. 
mythology
mythology
[Podstatné jméno]

a collection of ancient myths, particularly one that belongs to a group of people and their history, etc.

mytologie

mytologie

Ex: Greek mythology includes stories of gods, goddesses, and heroes such as Zeus, Athena, and Hercules. 
basilisk
basilisk
[Podstatné jméno]

a legendary reptile, often depicted as having a deadly gaze or venomous breath

bazilišek, legendární plaz

bazilišek, legendární plaz

Ex: The basilisk was feared throughout ancient lore for its deadly gaze. 
burlesque
burlesque
[Podstatné jméno]

an absurd or comically exaggerated replication of a literary or dramatic work

parodie, burleska

parodie, burleska

folklore
folklore
[Podstatné jméno]

the traditional beliefs, customs, stories, and legends of a particular community, usually passed down through generations by word of mouth

folklór, lidové tradice

folklór, lidové tradice

Ex: Folklore encompasses a wide range of cultural expressions, including myths, legends, fairy tales, folk songs, and folk dances. 
custom
custom
[Podstatné jméno]

a way of behaving or of doing something that is widely accepted in a society or among a specific group of people

zvyk, tradice

zvyk, tradice

Ex: It is a custom in Japan to take off your shoes before entering a house. 
lore
lore
[Podstatné jméno]

collective knowledge, traditions, beliefs, and stories passed down within a culture or community, typically through storytelling

vědění, tradice

vědění, tradice

Ex: The tribe's elders passed down ancient lore about the origins of their people. 
elegy
elegy
[Podstatné jméno]

a song or poem expressing sadness, especially in the memory of a dead person or a bitter event in the past

elegie, žalozpěv

elegie, žalozpěv

Ex: The poet composed an elegy to mourn the passing of a beloved friend, capturing the grief and longing felt by those left behind. 
heritage
heritage
[Podstatné jméno]

an individual's religious or ethnic background that is passed down to them from their ancestors

dědictví

dědictví

Ex: She takes great pride in her cultural heritage and often participates in traditional ceremonies and festivals. 
time-honored
time-honored
[Přídavné jméno]

(of traditions, practices, or customs) respected and followed for a long time because of their enduring value or significance

ctihodný, tradiční

ctihodný, tradiční

Ex: The time-honored ceremony has been celebrated in our family for generations. 
subculture
subculture
[Podstatné jméno]

a group within a larger culture that shares distinctive values, norms, and behaviors, often differing from those of the dominant culture

subkultura, podkultura

subkultura, podkultura

Ex: The goth subculture, characterized by its dark fashion and music preferences, often congregates in alternative clubs and events. 
rebirth
rebirth
[Podstatné jméno]

a renewed period of growth, popularity, or significance, particularly in cultural, artistic, or economic contexts

znovuzrození, obnova

znovuzrození, obnova

Ex: The city underwent a cultural rebirth, revitalizing its arts scene and historical landmarks. 
LanGeek
Stáhnout aplikaci LanGeek