Odas (en. Odes)

/ˈo.ðas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Lyrical composition of an exalted character and generally elevated theme.
Pablo Neruda's odes are a tribute to nature and love.
Las odas de Pablo Neruda son un homenaje a la naturaleza y al amor.
Poetic writings that praise a person or an event of great importance.
The ode to freedom was written by the poet in his youth.
La oda a la libertad escribió el poeta en su juventud.
A poem characterized by its specific structure and form, with a solemn tone.
The ode was recited during the ceremony in honor of the fallen heroes.
La oda se recitó durante la ceremonia en honor a los héroes caídos.

Etymology

From Greek 'ōdē', which means 'song' or 'musical poem'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

ode to joy
Expression used to refer to something that exalts happiness.
oda a la alegría
ode to friendship
Composition that extols the importance of friendship.
oda a la amistad

Related Words

elegy
Poem that laments the death of someone or a loss.
elegía
hymn
Patriotic or praise song sung at ceremonies.
himno

Slang Meanings

A poetic way to express love
That poem you wrote is an ode to your girlfriend.
Ese poema que escribiste es una oda a tu novia.
A song to life
Every day is an ode to existence itself.
Cada día es una oda a la existencia misma.