chef-d'œuvre

[ʃɛf dœvr]

nounmasculinepl: chefs-d'œuvre

obra-prima

1. A masterpiece; a work of outstanding artistic, literary, or creative excellence

The painting is considered a chef-d'œuvre of Renaissance art.

A pintura é considerada uma obra-prima da arte renascentista.

2. The most outstanding work produced by an artist or craftsperson

This symphony represents the composer's chef-d'œuvre.

Esta sinfonia representa a obra-prima do compositor.

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General Brazilian Portuguese

obra-prima

Standard and most commonly used term

Portugal

obra-prima

Standard usage, also used in formal and literary contexts

General Brazilian Portuguese

trabalho magistral

Alternative formal expression emphasizing mastery

Both regions

magnum opus

Latin term sometimes used in formal or academic discourse

a masterwork of art

the crowning achievement

a work of genius

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