siqueiros: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Very low frequency; technical/culturalSpecialist; used primarily in artistic, academic, historical, or cultural contexts.
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What does “siqueiros” mean?
A proper noun referring to the surname of a prominent 20th-century Mexican muralist, David Alfaro Siqueiros.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
A proper noun referring to the surname of a prominent 20th-century Mexican muralist, David Alfaro Siqueiros.
In an extended art or cultural context, can be used to refer to his body of work, his artistic style (often characterized by social realism and political themes), or institutions named after him (e.g., a museum).
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant differences in usage or spelling.
Connotations
Connotes Mexican muralism, political art, 20th-century Latin American history. It is a culturally specific reference.
Frequency
Equally rare and specialized in both varieties, appearing in art history texts, museum guides, and cultural discussions.
Grammar
How to Use “siqueiros” in a Sentence
the [adjective] SiqueirosSiqueiros's [noun]a mural by Siqueirosthe art of SiqueirosVocabulary
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Examples
Examples of “siqueiros” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- The Siqueiros exhibition at the Tate Modern was enlightening.
- A Siqueiros-esque style of bold, public art.
American English
- The Siqueiros retrospective at LACMA was powerful.
- His work has a distinctly Siqueiros-like energy.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Not used, unless in the art market or auction house contexts.
Academic
Used in art history, Latin American studies, political science courses discussing art and revolution.
Everyday
Almost never used in casual conversation outside specific cultural/educational contexts.
Technical
Used in art conservation, curation, and art historical analysis.
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “siqueiros”
- Mispronouncing it as /saɪˈkwɪərəs/ or /ˈsɪkwərəs/.
- Treating it as a common noun (e.g., 'a siqueiros painting'). The correct form is 'a Siqueiros' or 'a painting by Siqueiros.'
- Misspelling: Siqueros, Siquerros, Siquieros.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is a Spanish proper name (surname) that is used untranslated in English contexts, primarily when discussing art history.
The most common anglicised pronunciation is /siˈkɛəroʊs/ (see-KAIR-ohs) in American English and /sɪˈkeərɒs/ (si-KAIR-oss) in British English.
He was one of 'Los Tres Grandes' (The Three Greats) of Mexican muralism, known for his large-scale, politically charged public artworks that combined social realism with innovative techniques.
Not typically. It remains a proper noun. However, in art circles, it can be used adjectivally ('a Siqueiros mural') or metonymically ('They own a Siqueiros').
A proper noun referring to the surname of a prominent 20th-century Mexican muralist, David Alfaro Siqueiros.
Siqueiros is usually specialist; used primarily in artistic, academic, historical, or cultural contexts. in register.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: 'SEE-KAIR-ohs, the artist who sought to SEE and CARE for social justice through his OSS (large-scale) murals.'
Conceptual Metaphor
Often framed as A POLITICAL ARTIST IS A SOLDIER (he fought in the Mexican Revolution) or ART IS A WEAPON (he believed art should serve ideological struggle).
Practice
Quiz
In which field is the name 'Siqueiros' most relevant?