counterpoint
US /ˈkaʊn.t̬ɚ.pɔɪnt/
UK /ˈkaʊn.t̬ɚ.pɔɪnt/
名詞
1.
對位法
the art or technique of setting, writing, or playing a melody or melodies in conjunction with another, according to fixed rules.
範例:
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Bach's fugues are masterpieces of counterpoint.
巴赫的賦格曲是對位法的傑作。
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The composer studied counterpoint for many years.
這位作曲家學習了多年的對位法。
2.
對比, 襯托
an argument, idea, or theme used to offset or contrast with another.
範例:
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Her calm demeanor was a perfect counterpoint to his agitated state.
她平靜的舉止與他激動不安的狀態形成了完美的對比。
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The novel uses humor as a counterpoint to its serious themes.
這部小說以幽默作為其嚴肅主題的對比。
動詞
1.
對比, 襯托
to provide a contrasting element to something else.
範例:
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The dark humor in the play counterpoints the tragic events.
劇中的黑色幽默與悲劇事件形成對比。
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The director used a bright color palette to counterpoint the somber mood of the film.
導演使用明亮的調色板來襯托電影的陰鬱氣氛。
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