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reggae

 

[ หˆrษ›ษกeษช ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

music genre

Reggae is a music genre that originated in Jamaica in the late 1960s. It is characterized by its distinctive rhythmic style, which often incorporates offbeat guitar strokes and a strong bass line. The genre is closely associated with the Rastafari movement and often features themes of social justice, love, and spirituality.

Synonyms

dancehall, rocksteady, ska

Examples of usage

  • Bob Marley is a legendary reggae artist.
  • I love the smooth rhythms of reggae music.
  • The festival celebrated reggae culture.
  • Reggae has influenced many other musical styles.

Translations

Translations of the word "reggae" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น reggae

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฐเฅ‡เค—gae

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Reggae

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ reggae

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ะตะณะณั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ reggae

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฌใ‚ฒใ‚จ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท reggae

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ reggae

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท reggae

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ ˆ๊ฒŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑูŠุบูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ reggae

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ reggae

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้›ท้ฌผ้Ÿณไน

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ reggae

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ reggae

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั€ะตะณะณะธ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ แƒ”แƒ’แƒ’แƒ”

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ reggae

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ reggae

Etymology

The term 'reggae' is believed to have been derived from the Jamaican Patois term 'streggae', which initially referred to a loose, ragged style of music. In the late 1960s, reggae emerged as a distinct genre that blended elements of rhythm and blues, ska, and rocksteady music. Key artists such as Toots and the Maytals, Jimmy Cliff, and Bob Marley popularized reggae internationally, with Marley's impact being particularly significant in bringing attention to the genre and its associated cultural heritage. The lyrics of reggae often reflect the social and political struggles faced by the Jamaican community, as well as Rastafarian beliefs. Over the years, reggae has evolved into various subgenres and has influenced countless musicians worldwide, making it a vital part of global music culture.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,727, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.