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Verse: meaning, definitions and examples

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verse

 

[ vərs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

literature

A verse is a single metrical line in a poetic composition. It can also refer to a stanza or a group of lines in a poem. Verses are often characterized by rhyme and rhythm.

Synonyms

line, stanza, strophe

Examples of usage

  • She recited a beautiful verse from Shakespeare's sonnets.
  • The poem consists of four verses describing nature's beauty.
Context #2 | Noun

music

In music, a verse is a section of a song that is followed by a chorus. It usually contains the story or main message of the song.

Synonyms

passage, section, segment

Examples of usage

  • The verse of the song sets the scene for the chorus to come in.
  • The lyrics of the verse are deep and introspective.

Translations

Translations of the word "verse" in other languages:

🇵🇹 verso

🇮🇳 श्लोक

🇩🇪 Vers

🇮🇩 ayat

🇺🇦 вірш

🇵🇱 wers

🇯🇵 詩句

🇫🇷 vers

🇪🇸 verso

🇹🇷 mısra

🇰🇷 구절

🇸🇦 بيت شعر

🇨🇿 verš

🇸🇰 verš

🇨🇳 诗句

🇸🇮 verz

🇮🇸 kvæði

🇰🇿 шумақ

🇬🇪 სტრიქონი

🇦🇿 misra

🇲🇽 verso

Word origin

The word 'verse' has its origins in Middle English, from the Old French word 'vers', which comes from the Latin 'versus' meaning 'a line of writing or metrical composition'. The use of 'verse' in the context of poetry dates back to the 14th century, while its musical meaning emerged in the 19th century.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,542, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.