rembrandt

word

/ˈɹɛmˌbɹænt/
REM-brant
/ˈrɛmˌbrænt/
REM-brant

Definition

Rembrandt was a famous Dutch painter from the 17th century. The word can also mean a painting made by him.

Usage & Nuances

Usually written with a capital letter because it is a name. In art contexts, people may say 'a Rembrandt' to mean one of his paintings. It is formal/neutral and mostly used when talking about art, museums, or history.

Example Sentences

Rembrandt was born in the Netherlands.

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This museum has a Rembrandt.

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My teacher showed us a Rembrandt in class.

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I still can't believe we saw an actual Rembrandt in person.

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That lighting makes the photo look like a Rembrandt.

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If that painting is really a Rembrandt, it must be worth a fortune.

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