Oda (en. Ode)

/'oda/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

noun

Lyrical composition intended to praise a person or an idea.

The poet wrote an ode in honor of freedom.

El poeta escribió una oda en honor a la libertad.

Poem of a solemn and elevated nature.

The ode to nature reflects the beauty of landscapes.

La oda a la naturaleza refleja la belleza de los paisajes.

Eulogy or expression of admiration towards something.

His speech was an ode to science and innovation.

Su discurso fue una oda a la ciencia y la innovación.

From Latin 'oda', which comes from Greek 'ᾠδή' (oide), meaning song.

Ode to joy

A tribute to happiness.

oda a la alegría

Ode to life

A recognition of existence and its wonders.

oda a la vida

Ode to youth

Celebration of youth and its vitality.

oda a la juventud

Poetry

A form of literary art that uses words to express emotions.

poesía

Song

Musical composition that is sung.

canción

Anthem

Musical composition that expresses feelings of belonging.

himno

Expression of exaggerated admiration.

The way he talks about his car is a true ode to speed.

La manera en que habla de su coche es una verdadera oda a la velocidad.

Special recognition in an informal context.

At the party, they gave me an ode for my dancing skill.

En la fiesta, me hicieron una oda por mi habilidad para bailar.