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Meaning of shadow play | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

  1. An ancient form of storytelling and entertainment using opaque, often articulated figures in front of an illuminated backdrop to create the illusion of moving images.
  2. A play of this form.

Equivalents

Deutsch Schattenspiel
Magyar árnyjáték
Bahasa Indonesia wayang
日本語 影絵
한국어 그림자극
Nederlands schimmenspel
Português teatro de sombras
Русский теа́тр тене́й
Türkçe gölge oyunu

Examples

“The project invokes aesthetics particularly associated with children: play, craft, and amateurism. Indeed, especially in segments that employ elements such as a spotlight and shadowplay, Green Porno is reminiscent of an elementary-school pageant.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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