Associations to the word «Leitmotiv»

Wiktionary

LEITMOTIV, noun. Alternative form of leitmotif

Dictionary definition

LEITMOTIV, noun. A melodic phrase that accompanies the reappearance of a person or situation (as in Wagner's operas).

Wise words

The chief difference between words and deeds is that words are always intended for men for their approbation, but deeds can be done only for God.
Leo Tolstoy