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    Cántico (en. Chant)

    /ˈkantiko/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Definition: Poetic or musical composition that is sung during a religious act.
    Example Sentence: The hymn of the mass was very moving.
    El cántico de la misa fue muy emotivo.
    Definition: Poem that exalts a deity or expresses deep feelings.
    Example Sentence: The canticle dedicated to nature was acclaimed by everyone.
    El cántico dedicado a la naturaleza fue aclamado por todos.
    Definition: Any delightful song or melody.
    Example Sentence: The song of the birds in the morning is a pleasure to hear.
    El cántico de los pájaros por la mañana es un placer escuchar.

    Etymology

    Etymology/Origin: From Latin 'canticum', meaning 'song'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Phrase: hymn of praise
    Meaning: Composition that is sung to glorify a deity.
    cántico de alabanza
    Phrase: spiritual song
    Meaning: Song that expresses religious or devotional feelings.
    cántico espiritual
    Phrase: canticle of nature
    Meaning: Poetic acknowledgment of the beauty of the natural world.
    cántico de la naturaleza

    Related Words

    Related Word: song
    Description: Musical composition that is sung.
    canción
    Related Word: poetry
    Description: Art of expressing feelings through the use of words.
    poesía
    Related Word: hymn
    Description: Canticle sung in ceremonies or solemn events.
    himno

    Slang Meanings

    Slang Meaning: Refers to a catchy or popular song.
    Example: That melody is a canticle I can't get out of my head.
    Esa melodía es un cántico que no puedo sacarme de la cabeza.
    Slang Meaning: Used to describe a strong expression of joy.
    Example: At the party, everyone was singing songs of joy.
    En la fiesta, todos estaban cantando cánticos de felicidad.