nosferatu

[US]/[ˈnɒsfərɑːtuː]/
[UK]/[ˈnɒsfərɑːtuː]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A fictional vampire in Bram Stoker's novel *Dracula*.; A person who resembles or is reminiscent of Count Orlok, the character in F.W. Murnau's 1922 film *Nosferatu*.; A person who is unpleasant or repulsive in appearance or behavior.

Phrases & Collocations

nosferatu walks

like nosferatu

a nosferatu film

nosferatu's gaze

becoming nosferatu

nosferatu appeared

the nosferatu curse

nosferatu's shadow

nosferatu lurking

nosferatu's castle

Example Sentences

the film "nosferatu" remains a classic of german expressionist cinema.

fans of gothic horror often admire the artistry of "nosferatu."

he felt a strange kinship with the tragic figure of nosferatu.

the nosferatu aesthetic heavily influenced later vampire films.

studying "nosferatu" provides insight into early horror filmmaking techniques.

the unsettling score of "nosferatu" contributes to its eerie atmosphere.

he dressed as nosferatu for the halloween party.

the director paid homage to "nosferatu" in his new film.

the character of nosferatu is a truly iconic villain.

many consider "nosferatu" to be a groundbreaking work of cinema.

the visual style of "nosferatu" is instantly recognizable.

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