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.

Synonyms
- Fine arts
- Cultural arts
- Visual arts