marx

• Nome próprio que designa o sobrenome mais conhecido por Karl Marx, fundador do comunismo moderno, e também pelos Irmãos Marx, família de comediantes americanos.

A proper noun referring to a surname, most notably associated with Karl Marx, the founder of modern communism, as well as the Marx Brothers, a family of American comedians.

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1. Founder of modern communismC1formalpolitical

   Karl Marx, a 19th-century German philosopher and economist who co-wrote The Communist Manifesto and Das Kapital, laying the foundation for communist theory.

   Fundador do comunismo moderno

   • The professor discussed Marx's critique of capitalism in class.
   • Many political movements in the 20th century were influenced by Marx.
   • Reading Marx requires understanding 19th-century European history.

2. Comedian and actor (Chico Marx)C1formalart

   Leonard Marx, known as Chico Marx, was one of the famous Marx Brothers comedy team, known for his piano playing and Italian accent persona.

   Comediante e ator (Chico Marx)

   • Chico Marx's piano solos were a highlight of the brothers' films.
   • Fans of classic comedy still celebrate Chico Marx's quick wit.
   • The Marx Brothers movies often featured Chico's improvised dialogues.

   Sinônimoschico

3. Comedian and actor (Harpo Marx)C1formalart

   Arthur Marx, known as Harpo Marx, was a silent comic of the Marx Brothers, famous for his horn playing, chasing blondes, and never speaking.

   Comediante e ator (Harpo Marx)

   • Harpo Marx used expressive pantomime instead of dialogue.
   • In many films, Harpo's character caused chaos with a honking horn.
   • Harpo Marx's surreal humor influenced later comedians.

   Sinônimosharpo

4. Comedian and actor (Groucho Marx)C1formalart

   Julius Marx, known as Groucho Marx, was the wisecracking, cigar-smoking frontman of the Marx Brothers, known for his rapid-fire puns and sarcasm.

   Groucho Marx

   • Groucho Marx's one-liners are still quoted today.
   • The Groucho glasses and fake nose remain a comedy icon.
   • Groucho Marx hosted the game show 'You Bet Your Life'.

5. Comedian and actor (Zeppo Marx)C1formalart

   Herbert Marx, known as Zeppo Marx, was the youngest Marx Brother, often playing the romantic straight man in their films before leaving the act.

   Comediante e ator (Zeppo Marx)

   • Zeppo Marx typically portrayed the love interest in early films.
   • After leaving the group, Zeppo ran a successful theatrical agency.
   • Zeppo's role balanced the zaniness of his brothers.