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Ditty: meaning, definitions and examples

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ditty

 

[ หˆdษชti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

short song

A ditty is a simple and light-hearted song or poem, often characterized by a catchy melody or rhythm. These compositions are usually brief and may focus on a specific theme or humorous subject. Ditties are often used in children's music, folk traditions, and informal gatherings. Due to their simplicity, they are memorable and easy to sing along.

Synonyms

jingle, melody, song, tune

Examples of usage

  • Singing a cheerful ditty on a sunny afternoon.
  • The children's choir performed a delightful ditty.
  • He wrote a ditty to celebrate her birthday.
  • The campfire was filled with laughter and a catchy ditty.

Translations

Translations of the word "ditty" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น canรงรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เคพเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Lied

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lagu

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั–ัะตะฝัŒะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ piosenka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆญŒ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท chanson

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ canciรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ลŸarkฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋…ธ๋ž˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃุบู†ูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pรญseลˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pieseลˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆญŒๆ›ฒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pesem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lag

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ำ™ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ˜แƒซแƒ•แƒ แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mahnฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ canciรณn

Etymology

The word 'ditty' originated in the late 15th century, derived from the English dialect term 'ditty', which referred to a song or simple composition. It is believed to have been influenced by the Middle English word 'diktie', which itself emanated from the Latin 'dictare', meaning 'to say' or 'to dictate'. Over time, the usage of 'ditty' became more specific, pointing towards light-hearted and often humorous songs, particularly those intended for children or informal settings. The evolution of the term parallels the folk traditions of music, where oral storytelling and simple melodies played a crucial role in community gatherings. By the 19th century, 'ditty' had become a popular term in English-speaking cultures, frequently associated with catchy tunes and children's songs, solidifying its place in the musical lexicon.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,808, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.