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How to pronounce “leitmotif”

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Pronunciation guide for leitmotif

Learning goal: Practice the English pronunciation of leitmotif with real speech in context.
Available examples: 2 YouTube examples
Real speech example: Conversation on Modern Romanceis the sort of leitmotif of the book,
Definition summary: (music) A melodic theme associated with a particular character, place, thing or idea in an opera.

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Conversation on Modern Romance

is the sort of leitmotif of the book,

[Noun]
(music) A melodic theme associated with a particular character, place, thing or idea in an opera.
(by extension) A recurring theme.

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