Carolling: meaning, definitions and examples
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carolling
[ ˈkærəlɪŋ ]
singing festive
Carolling refers to the practice of singing festive songs, typically during the Christmas season. It often involves groups of people singing in public places, spreading holiday cheer and joy.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- They went carolling around the neighborhood every Christmas.
- A group of children was carolling in front of the shopping mall.
- We enjoy carolling with our friends during the holiday season.
Translations
Translations of the word "carolling" in other languages:
🇵🇹 cantar canções de Natal
🇮🇳 क्रिसमस गीत गाना
🇩🇪 Weihnachtslieder singen
🇮🇩 menyanyi lagu Natal
🇺🇦 колядування
🇵🇱 kolędowanie
🇯🇵 キャロリング
🇫🇷 chanter des chants de Noël
🇪🇸 cantar villancicos
🇹🇷 noel şarkıları söylemek
🇰🇷 캐롤 부르기
🇸🇦 غناء ترانيم عيد الميلاد
🇨🇿 zpívat koledy
🇸🇰 spievať koledy
🇨🇳 唱圣诞颂歌
🇸🇮 peti božične pesmi
🇮🇸 syngja jólasöngva
🇰🇿 Рождестволық ән айту
🇬🇪 შობა სიმღერა
🇦🇿 Milad mahnıları oxumaq
🇲🇽 cantar villancicos
Etymology
The word 'carolling' derives from the noun 'carol,' which originally referred to a song of joy or praise. The term has its roots in the Middle English word 'carole,' which means a circular dance accompanied by singing. In medieval times, carols were often sung in a festive context, particularly during the Christmas season. The tradition of carolling as we know it today gained prominence during the 19th century, when groups of singers began visiting homes and public squares, sharing festive songs and spreading holiday spirit. Over the years, carolling has evolved, but the essence of joy and communal celebration remains at its core, making it a cherished activity during the holiday season.