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ballad in Persian

چکامه čakâme

/ˈbæləd/

ballad in Persian: چکامه (čakâme), تصنیف (tasnif). In English, ballad means a kind of narrative poem, adapted for recitation or singing; especially, a sentimental or romantic poem in short stanzas.

Persian words for ballad

narrative poem
چکامه čakâme
slow romantic song
تصنیف tasnif

English meaning of ballad

  1. noun A kind of narrative poem, adapted for recitation or singing; especially, a sentimental or romantic poem in short stanzas.
  2. noun A slow romantic song.
  3. verb To make mention of in ballads.
  4. verb To compose or sing ballads.

Full definition of ballad

ballad in a sentence

  • The poet composed a ballad praising the heroic exploits of the fallen commander.
  • On Friday nights, the roller rink had a time-block called "Lovers' Lap" when they played nothing but ballads on the overhead speakers.
  • He was playing the guitar and singing a ballad to his girlfriend while she was playing the drums.

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Questions about ballad in Persian

What is the meaning of ballad in Persian?
Ballad in Persian is چکامه (čakâme), تصنیف (tasnif).
معنی ballad چیست؟
Ballad: چکامه (čakâme), تصنیف (tasnif).
What does ballad mean in English?
Ballad means a kind of narrative poem, adapted for recitation or singing; especially, a sentimental or romantic poem in short stanzas.

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