chanson

Meanings

• noun

  A type of French song, often with lyrics expressing emotion and storytelling.

  - "La Vie en Rose is a famous chanson by Édith Piaf."
  - "The chanson genre has a rich history in French music."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with chanson
ranson , anson , chansonnette

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Variants

List of all variants of chanson that leads to same result
chanson , chansons , chanson de geste , chansons de geste

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Etymology

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From Old French 'chanson' meaning 'song'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'chanson' is derived from the Old French word for 'song'.

2. Chansons can be sung a cappella or accompanied by instruments such as the accordion or guitar.

3. The term 'chanson' is also used to refer to a type of French poetry.

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Related Concepts

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1. Chansonnier: A collection of chansons, often bound together in a book.

2. Chanson Realiste: A subgenre of chanson that emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, characterized by its focus on social issues and everyday life.

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Culture

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Chansons are a significant part of French cultural heritage, reflecting the country's history, literature, and emotions. They have been popular since the Middle Ages and continue to be a popular form of music and artistic expression in France.

How to Memorize "chanson"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the lyrics of a chanson as you listen to the music. Imagine the emotions and stories being conveyed.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the chanson with a specific emotion or memory to help remember its name and meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each word in the title of a famous chanson, such as 'L-V-E' for 'La Vie en Rose'.

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