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    Chanson (en. Song)

    /ʃɑ̃.sɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A musical work that combines lyrics and a melody.
    She wrote a song about love.
    Elle a écrit une chanson sur l'amour.
    A musical genre typically comprising popular pieces.
    French song is highly appreciated.
    La chanson française est très appréciée.
    A musical performance of a vocal type.
    He performed a song at the concert.
    Il a interprété une chanson lors du concert.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'cantio', meaning the action of singing.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    hit song
    A song that has gained great popularity.
    chanson à succès
    popular song
    A song that is widely appreciated and known by the public.
    chanson populaire
    love song
    A song that deals with themes of love.
    chanson d'amour
    protest song
    A song with politically or socially themed lyrics.
    chanson engagée

    Related Words

    chant
    The action of singing or producing musical sounds.
    chant
    music
    The art of composing sounds in time.
    musique
    lyrics
    The text of the song.
    parole

    Slang Meanings

    A short and catchy song.
    This song is a real hit; it's stuck in my head.
    Cette chanson est un vrai tube, elle tourne en boucle dans ma tête.
    A song often played at parties.
    We will sing songs at the end of the party.
    On va chanter des chansons à la fin de la fête.