Chanted: meaning, definitions and examples

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chanted

[ tʃɑːntɪd ]

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spiritual

To utter words or sounds in a melodious and rhythmic way, typically in a religious or ritualistic context.

Synonyms

intone, recite, sing, warble

Examples of usage

He chanted the sacred mantra during the meditation.
The monks chanted prayers in unison.
She chanted the ancient verses at the ceremony.

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protest

To shout or sing slogans or songs repeatedly in a protest or demonstration.

Synonyms

proclaim, shout, sloganize, yell

Examples of usage

The crowd chanted slogans demanding justice.
Demonstrators chanted and marched through the streets.

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music

A repeated rhythmic phrase or song, often used in music or performance.

Synonyms

chorus, refrain, slogan, song

Examples of usage

The catchy chant became the anthem of the football team.
The audience joined in the chant during the concert.

Translations

Translations of the word "chanted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cantado

🇮🇳 गाया गया (Gaya gaya)

🇩🇪 gesungen

🇮🇩 dinyanyikan

🇺🇦 співаний

🇵🇱 zaśpiewany

🇯🇵 歌われた (Utawareta)

🇫🇷 chanté

🇪🇸 cantado

🇹🇷 şarkı söylenmiş

🇰🇷 노래한 (Noraehan)

🇸🇦 مغنى (Mughna)

🇨🇿 zpívaný

🇸🇰 spievaný

🇨🇳 唱的 (Chàng de)

🇸🇮 zapeto

🇮🇸 sunginn

🇰🇿 ән айтылды (än aitıldı)

🇬🇪 მღერილი (mgherili)

🇦🇿 oxunmuş

🇲🇽 cantado

Word origin

The word 'chanted' originates from the Old French word 'chanter', which means 'to sing'. Over time, it evolved to represent the act of singing or reciting in a rhythmic manner, often associated with religious or protest contexts. The use of chanting has been prevalent in various cultures and traditions as a way to express unity, spirituality, and collective strength.

See also: chant, chanter, chanting, chants, enchant.