Pronunciation: /ˈdrækjələ/

Definitions of Dracula

noun a proper noun referring to the fictional character Count Dracula, a vampire in Bram Stoker's novel

Example Sentences

A1 Dracula is a famous vampire in literature.

A2 Many people believe that Dracula was based on a real historical figure.

B1 The character of Dracula has been portrayed in numerous movies and TV shows.

B2 Bram Stoker's novel 'Dracula' is considered a classic of Gothic literature.

C1 Scholars have debated the cultural significance of Dracula as a symbol of fear and desire.

C2 Dracula's complex character and motivations have been analyzed in depth by literary critics.

verb none

Example Sentences

A1 I Dracula my friend by sneaking up on him and scaring him.

A2 She Draculas her little brother by pretending to be a vampire.

B1 The actor Draculas the audience with his convincing portrayal of the famous vampire.

B2 The haunted house attraction Draculas visitors with its spooky decorations and actors.

C1 The author Draculas readers into a world of mystery and suspense with his latest novel.

C2 The illusionist Draculas the audience with his mind-bending tricks and illusions.

adjective none

Example Sentences

A1 Dracula is a famous vampire from Transylvania.

A2 The Dracula movie scared me when I was a kid.

B1 The hotel we stayed at had a Dracula-themed room.

B2 She dressed up as Dracula for Halloween and won the costume contest.

C1 The Dracula novel by Bram Stoker is considered a classic of Gothic literature.

C2 The Dracula character has been portrayed in many different ways in film and literature.

adverb none

Example Sentences

A1 Dracula quietly crept through the dark castle.

A2 The villagers were afraid of Dracula's presence in the town.

B1 Dracula mysteriously disappeared into the night, leaving no trace behind.

B2 The legend of Dracula's immortality spread far and wide.

C1 Dracula's hypnotic gaze captivated all who dared to look into his eyes.

C2 The intricate web of Dracula's deception was finally unraveled by the brave vampire hunters.

pronoun none

Example Sentences

A1 Dracula is a vampire.

A2 I saw Dracula at the Halloween party.

B1 Dracula is a fictional character created by Bram Stoker.

B2 Many people believe Dracula was based on the real-life figure Vlad the Impaler.

C1 Dracula's castle is a popular tourist attraction in Romania.

C2 Scholars continue to debate the cultural significance of Dracula in literature and film.

preposition none

Example Sentences

A1 Dracula lives in a castle.

A2 I saw Dracula at the Halloween party.

B1 The legend of Dracula is known around the world.

B2 Some people believe Dracula was based on a real historical figure.

C1 Dracula's character has been portrayed in many different ways in literature and film.

C2 The novel 'Dracula' by Bram Stoker is considered a classic of Gothic literature.

conjunction none

Example Sentences

A1 I saw Dracula at the store, but he didn't see me.

A2 Dracula may be scary, but he is also quite charming.

B1 Dracula is known for his love of blood, however, he also enjoys a good book.

B2 Although Dracula is a vampire, he has a complex personality.

C1 Dracula's reputation precedes him; nevertheless, he is a misunderstood character.

C2 Dracula's presence can be unnerving; on the other hand, he is a fascinating figure in literature.

interjection none

Example Sentences

A1 Dracula! That movie scared me.

A2 Dracula! I can't believe you dressed up as him for Halloween.

B1 Dracula! What a classic novel.

B2 Dracula! Have you ever visited Bran Castle in Romania?

C1 Dracula! The portrayal of vampires in modern media is quite different from the original character.

C2 Dracula! The complex themes of power and desire in the novel are truly fascinating.

article none

Example Sentences

A1 Dracula is a famous vampire.

A2 In the story of Dracula, the vampire terrorizes the town.

B1 Many people believe that Dracula was based on a real historical figure.

B2 The character of Dracula has been portrayed in numerous movies and books.

C1 Bram Stoker's novel 'Dracula' is considered a classic of Gothic literature.

C2 Scholars have debated the symbolism and themes present in the character of Dracula.

Examples of Dracula in a Sentence

formal Dracula is a fictional character created by Bram Stoker in the novel of the same name.

informal Have you ever seen that old movie with Dracula in it?

slang I heard Dracula is the OG vampire.

figurative The boss was like a Dracula, sucking the life out of the employees with his unreasonable demands.

Grammatical Forms of Dracula

past tense

Draculad

plural

Draculas

comparative

more Dracula

superlative

most Dracula

present tense

Dracula

future tense

will Dracula

perfect tense

has Dracula

continuous tense

is Dracula

singular

Dracula

positive degree

Dracula

infinitive

to Dracula

gerund

Draculaing

participle

Draculaed

Origin and Evolution of Dracula

First Known Use: 1897 year
Language of Origin: Romanian
Story behind the word: The word 'Dracula' originates from Romanian folklore and refers to a historical figure, Vlad III, also known as Vlad the Impaler.
Evolution of the word: The word 'Dracula' was first popularized in Bram Stoker's novel 'Dracula' published in 1897. It has since become synonymous with vampires and has been used in various forms of media to depict bloodthirsty creatures of the night.