Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

belas-artes

noun

/ˈbeɪ.ləs.ɑːrts/

Definition

Fine arts

Examples

The museum showcases a variety of **belas-artes**, including classic and contemporary pieces.
She studied **belas-artes** in college, focusing on painting and sculpture.
The school’s program in **belas-artes** attracts many aspiring artists each year.

Meaning

The term refers to creative art forms that are primarily visual in nature, such as painting, sculpture, and architecture, often distinguished from applied or decorative arts.