art
word
/ˈɑɹt/
art
/ˈɑːt/
aht
Definition
Creative works such as painting, drawing, sculpture, or music, or the skill of making them. It also refers to the study and appreciation of such creative activities.
Usage & Nuances
Usually uncountable ("art"), but can be countable when referring to styles or objects ("the arts," "an art"). Can mean visual arts, performing arts, or general creativity. Collocations: "work of art," "modern art," "art class." Not the same as "craft."
Spanish: artePortuguese (BR): artePortuguese (PT): arteChinese (Simplified): 艺术Chinese (Traditional): 藝術Hindi: कलाArabic: فنBengali: শিল্প - আর্ট (ইংরেজি) Russian: искусствоJapanese: 芸術 - アートVietnamese: nghệ thuậtKorean: 예술Turkish: sanatUrdu: فنIndonesian: seni
Example Sentences
Art is an important part of culture.
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He loves to look at art in museums.
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Art class starts at ten o'clock.
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Modern art can be surprising or even confusing.
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What kind of art do you enjoy the most?
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That painting is a real work of art.
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