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Marlene Dietrich

Marlene Dietrich

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A German-American actress and singer famous for classic Hollywood films and live cabaret shows
  • proper noun
  • /ˈmɑːrlən ˈdiːtrɪk/
: Marlene Dietrich
  • Did you know that Marlene Dietrich was also a singer?

Examples

  • After her Hollywood career, Marlene Dietrich found success as an international cabaret star.

  • Many critics consider Marlene Dietrich one of the most influential actresses of the twentieth century.

  • Marlene Dietrich captivated audiences with her iconic performance in "The Blue Angel."

  • The legendary Marlene Dietrich captivated audiences with her performances.

  • Marlene Dietrich starred in many iconic films during the Golden Age of Hollywood.

  • Known for her unique voice and style, Marlene Dietrich captivated audiences worldwide.

  • The cabaret show featured songs made famous by Marlene Dietrich, showcasing her legendary talent.

Surface Forms

Marlene Dietrich main

Morphology

Marlene + Dietrich

This is a proper name (a personal name) rather than a compositional phrase; the parts 'Marlene' and 'Dietrich' do not carry lexical meanings that would allow a learner to infer the referent or biographical information. Personal names are arbitrary labels that require prior cultural or lexical knowledge, so a B1 learner who only knows the constituent tokens would not be able to derive the meaning.

Etymology

Marlene Dietrich was a German-born 'actress' and 'singer' known for a bold, glamorous stage image. She became famous for playing a cabaret singer in the film 'The Blue Angel', and that strong picture, with her deep, smoky voice and elegant clothes, helps people today remember her as a classic Hollywood star and entertainer.