Threnody

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What Does Threnody Mean?

  • 挽歌
  • 哀歌
  • 哀悼诗

Threnody Pronunciation

/ˈθrɛnədi/

Threnody Definition

noun

Definition

a song of lamentation for the dead; a funeral song.

In ZH

为死者唱的哀悼歌; 丧歌。

How to Use Threnody in a Sentence

  • The poet wrote a threnody to honor his late friend.
  • At the funeral, a moving threnody was performed by the choir.
  • The album features a threnody that reflects on loss and grief.
  • In ancient times, threnodies were common at memorial ceremonies.
  • She composed a threnody that captured the sorrow of the community.