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melchior

/ˈmɛl.ki.ɔːr/

Übersetzung: Eigenname einer historischen oder legendären Figur, insbesondere einer der drei Weisen aus dem Morgenland, die das Jesuskind besuchten und oft als König aus Nubien dargestellt werden, oder eines bekannten Operntenors.

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noun

C1formalcommon/ˈmɛl.ki.ɔːr/

unzählbar · Eigenname

A proper noun referring to a historical or legendary figure, notably one of the three Magi who visited the infant Jesus, often depicted as a king from Nubia, or a renowned operatic tenor.

  • 🇩🇪Eigenname einer historischen oder legendären Figur, insbesondere einer der drei Weisen aus dem Morgenland, die das Jesuskind besuchten und oft als König aus Nubien dargestellt werden, oder eines bekannten Operntenors.
  1. One of the Three Wise Men B2 formal

    In Christian tradition, one of the three Magi who visited the infant Jesus, often depicted as a king from Nubia bearing the gift of gold.

    • Melchior is traditionally said to have brought gold to the newborn Jesus.
    • In many nativity scenes, Melchior is portrayed as an older king with a long beard.
    • The feast of the Epiphany celebrates the visit of Melchior, Caspar, and Balthazar.

    🇩🇪Melchior

  2. Operatic Tenor C1 formal

    Lauritz Melchior (1890-1973), a Danish-born American tenor famous for his powerful performances in Wagnerian operas.

    • Melchior was renowned for his interpretation of Siegfried in Wagner's Ring cycle.
    • His recordings of Wagnerian arias remain highly regarded by opera enthusiasts.
    • Melchior's voice was noted for its heroic quality and stamina.

    🇩🇪Operntenor