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Rapped: meaning, definitions and examples

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rapped

 

[ ræpt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

music performance

Rapped is the past tense of rap, a genre of music characterized by rhythmic speech and urban slang, often delivered in rhymed verses. It typically involves a strong beat and is often accompanied by DJing or music production. Rapped signifies the act of performing this style of music.

Synonyms

performed, rapped out, sang, spoke

Examples of usage

  • She rapped at the open mic last night.
  • He rapped his feelings through powerful lyrics.
  • They rapped together during the festival.
  • In high school, he rapped about his struggles.
  • The artist rapped his way to fame.

Translations

Translations of the word "rapped" in other languages:

🇵🇹 rapado

🇮🇳 लपेटा हुआ

🇩🇪 umwickeln

🇮🇩 dibungkus

🇺🇦 запакований

🇵🇱 owinięty

🇯🇵 ラップされた

🇫🇷 enveloppé

🇪🇸 envuelto

🇹🇷 sarıldı

🇰🇷 랩된

🇸🇦 مغلف

🇨🇿 zabalený

🇸🇰 zabalený

🇨🇳 包裹的

🇸🇮 oviten

🇮🇸 umbúinn

🇰🇿 оралған

🇬🇪 შეფუთული

🇦🇿 bükülmüş

🇲🇽 envuelto

Etymology

The term 'rap' is believed to have originated from the late 16th century, with the word 'rap' meaning to strike or hit in a quick manner. However, it evolved to mean 'quick speech' in the 20th century, especially with the rise of hip-hop culture in the Bronx in the 1970s. Rapping emerged as a form of vocal delivery involving rhythm and rhyme, set against music most commonly rooted in funk, soul, and disco. Its widespread popularity surged in the 1980s, leading to the establishment of rap as a significant genre in the music industry. The use of 'rapped' indicates that the act of performing rap happened in the past, showcasing the rich history and cultural significance of this expressive form of music.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,538, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.