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Literature - Characterization

Hier leer je enkele Engelse woorden die verband houden met karakterisering, zoals 'archetype', 'hoofdpersoon' en 'love interest'.

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character development

the process by which a fictional character is portrayed and transformed throughout a story

characterontwikkeling

characterontwikkeling

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archetype

someone or something serving as the very typical example of a thing or person

archetype

archetype

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voice

the way in which a character's personality, beliefs, attitudes, and emotions are expressed through their speech and thoughts

stem

stem

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antagonist

villainous character who strongly opposes another person or thing

antagonist

antagonist

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antihero

the main character in a movie, book, etc. who lacks heroic qualities such as being morally good

antiheld

antiheld

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backstory

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

achtergrondverhaal

achtergrondverhaal

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character arc

the transformation or development of a fictional character over the course of a story

karakterboog

karakterboog

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hamartia

a negative trait or quality of a fictional character that leads to their downfall or contributes to their struggles or conflicts throughout the story

persoonlijke tragedie

persoonlijke tragedie

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character flaw

a negative trait or quality of a fictional character that leads to their downfall or contributes to their struggles or conflicts throughout the story

karakterfout

karakterfout

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characterization

the way in which characters in a movie, book, etc. are created and represented by a writer

karakterisering

karakterisering

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hero

the main male character in a story, book, movie, etc., often known for his bravery and other great qualities

held

held

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internal conflict

the psychological struggle that takes place within a character's mind or emotions

intern conflict

intern conflict

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narrator

the person who tells the story in a novel, poem, etc.

verteller

verteller

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personage

a fictional character, especially one who plays a significant role in a story or narrative

personage

personage

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protagonist

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

protagonist

protagonist

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villain

the main bad character in a movie, story, play, etc.

schurk

schurk

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pathetic fallacy

the attribution of human traits and feelings to objects, animals, or natural phenomena in art and literature

pathologische drogreden

pathologische drogreden

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anthropomorphism

the practice of attributing human qualities to objects or gods

antropomorfisme

antropomorfisme

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to break the fourth wall

(of characters in a narrative) to speak directly to the audience or acknowledge that they are part of a fictional work

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author surrogate

a character in a work of fiction who is thought to represent the author's personal beliefs, experiences, or opinions

auteursvervanger

auteursvervanger

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audience surrogate

a character in a work of fiction who is used to help the audience understand and relate to the story

publiek surrogaat

publiek surrogaat

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unreliable narrator

a narrative technique in which the credibility and truthfulness of the narrator are called into question

onbetrouwbare verteller

onbetrouwbare verteller

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omniscient narrator

a narrative technique in which the narrator is all-knowing and has access to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of all the characters in the story

alwetende verteller

alwetende verteller

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shoulder angel

a fictional character, often portrayed as an angelic being, who represents a character's conscience or moral compass

schouderengel

schouderengel

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shoulder devil

a fictional character, often portrayed as an unethical being, who represents a character's inner voice of temptation

schouderduivel

schouderduivel

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point of view

the perspective from which the narrator tells a story

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character

a person or an animal represented in a book, play, movie, etc.

personage

personage

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exposition

a detailed explanation or description that clarifies the meaning or intent of a written work or discourse

expositie

expositie

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mood

the emotional atmosphere or feeling created by a piece of writing

sfeer

sfeer

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fall

a sudden or significant decline in a character's status, power, or fortune

val

val

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reveal

the moment when previously hidden or unknown information is unveiled or disclosed to the reader or audience

onthulling

onthulling

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complication

an event or situation that creates a problem or obstacle for the protagonist or other characters in a story

complicatie

complicatie

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relief

a feeling of release or relaxation that comes after a period of tension or suspense in a story

ontlasting

ontlasting

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dynamic character

a character in a story who undergoes significant internal changes and growth over the course of the narrative

dynamisch karakter

dynamisch karakter

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flat character

a character in a story who is not highly developed, and typically has only one or two distinguishing traits or characteristics

platte karakter

platte karakter

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foil

a character in a story who contrasts with another character, typically the protagonist, in order to highlight particular qualities of the other character

contrasterend personage

contrasterend personage

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ingenue

a young, innocent, and naive character, often a young woman, in a story or play

ingénue

ingénue

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round character

a complex and multidimensional character in a story, who often undergoes significant growth and change throughout the narrative

ronde karakter

ronde karakter

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static character

a character in a work of fiction who remains the same from the beginning of the story to the end, without undergoing significant personal development or change

statisch karakter

statisch karakter

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stock character

a stereotype or cliché character that is easily recognizable and often used in literature or other forms of media

stereotype karakter

stereotype karakter

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first-person narrative

a point of view in which the story is told from the perspective of a character using "I" or "we"

eerste persoonsvertelling

eerste persoonsvertelling

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second-person narrative

a point of view in which the story is told using "you" as the pronoun for the protagonist or narrator, making the reader or audience feel more involved in the story

tweede persoonsvertelling

tweede persoonsvertelling

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third-person narrative

a mode of storytelling where the narrator refers to characters using pronouns like "he" and "she" and is not a character in the story

derdepersoonvertelling

derdepersoonvertelling

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love interest

a person who is romantically or emotionally involved with another person, often a central character in a story or narrative

liefdesinteresse

liefdesinteresse

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sidekick

a close companion or assistant to the protagonist of a work of fiction, who provides support, advice, or comic relief

sidekick

sidekick

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father figure

a character who plays the role of a father, mentor, protector, or guide to a younger character

vaderfiguur

vaderfiguur

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mother figure

a character, usually female, who functions as a nurturing or guiding influence over the other characters, often acting in a maternal role

moederfiguur

moederfiguur

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confidant

a character who serves as a trusted friend or advisor to the protagonist and with whom they share their innermost thoughts and feelings

vertrouweling

vertrouweling

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deuteragonist

the second most important character after the protagonist, and often plays a key role in the story's development

deuteragonist

deuteragonist

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tertiary character

a character who appears in a supporting role and has minimal impact on the story

tertiaire karakter

tertiaire karakter

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symbolic character

a character in literature who represents an idea or a concept beyond their literal meaning and functions as a symbol to convey deeper meanings and themes

symbolisch karakter

symbolisch karakter

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heroine

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

heldin

heldin

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sage

a wise and knowledgeable character who provides guidance or advice to the protagonist

wijze

wijze

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fool

a performer or entertainer in a royal court or other setting who is known for their humorous or nonsensical performances

nar

nar

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everyman

a literary or dramatic character representing the ordinary individual, often placed in extraordinary circumstances and often used to evoke empathy in the audience

gewone man

gewone man

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gentleman thief

a fictional character archetype who, despite engaging in criminal activities, is sophisticated, charming, and often possesses a strong moral code that sets them apart from other criminals

gentleman-dief

gentleman-dief

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boy next door

a type of character archetype often used in storytelling, representing a wholesome and relatable male love interest who typically has a close connection to the protagonist

de jongen naast de deur

de jongen naast de deur

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girl next door

a character archetype that is often described as wholesome, down-to-earth, and relatable

meisje van naast

meisje van naast

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black knight

a stock character often depicted as a sinister figure in literature and folklore who is usually the enemy of the hero

zwarte ridder

zwarte ridder

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