counterpoint
US /ˈkaʊn.t̬ɚ.pɔɪnt/
UK /ˈkaʊn.t̬ɚ.pɔɪnt/
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contrapunto
the art or technique of setting, writing, or playing a melody or melodies in conjunction with another, according to fixed rules.
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Bach's fugues are masterpieces of counterpoint.
Las fugas de Bach son obras maestras del contrapunto.
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The composer studied counterpoint for many years.
El compositor estudió contrapunto durante muchos años.
2.
contrapunto, contraste
an argument, idea, or theme used to offset or contrast with another.
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Her calm demeanor was a perfect counterpoint to his agitated state.
Su calma era un perfecto contrapunto a su estado agitado.
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The novel uses humor as a counterpoint to its serious themes.
La novela utiliza el humor como contrapunto a sus temas serios.
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contrapone, contrastar
to provide a contrasting element to something else.
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The dark humor in the play counterpoints the tragic events.
El humor negro en la obra contrapone los eventos trágicos.
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The director used a bright color palette to counterpoint the somber mood of the film.
El director usó una paleta de colores brillantes para contraponer el ambiente sombrío de la película.