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Yodeled: meaning, definitions and examples

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yodeled

 

[ joสŠld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

music style

Yodeled is the past tense of yodel, which refers to a vocal technique that involves rapid changes in pitch. This method is often associated with Swiss alpine folk music, where singers use a high-pitched falsetto combined with a deeper chest voice. Yodeling has roots in communication between herders in the mountains and has evolved into a distinct musical form. It is characterized by its playful and joyous sound, often used in folk songs and entertainment.

Synonyms

call, shout, sing

Examples of usage

  • She yodeled a beautiful tune in the mountains.
  • He yodeled during the performance, impressing the audience.
  • The children yodeled happily while hiking.

Translations

Translations of the word "yodeled" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น yodelei

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฏเฅ‹เคกเฅ‡เคฒ เค•เคฟเคฏเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช jodelte

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bernyanyi yodel

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะนะพะดะปัŽะฒะฐะฒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ jodlowaล‚

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒจใƒผใƒ‡ใƒซใ—ใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท a chantรฉ du yodel

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ hizo yodel

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yodel yaptฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์š”๋“ค์†ก์„ ๋ถˆ๋ €๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูŠูˆุฏู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yodeloval

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ yodeloval

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‰“ไบ†็บฆๅพทๅฐ”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ jodlal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ jรณdlaรฐi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะนะพะดะปะตะฟ ำ™ะฝ ัะฐะปะดั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ˜แƒแƒ“แƒšแƒแƒ‘แƒ“แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yodel etdi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ hizo yodel

Etymology

The word 'yodel' originates from the Swiss German word 'jodeln,' which means 'to utter a syllable' or 'to yell.' The tradition of yodeling dates back to ancient times, serving as a form of communication in the Swiss Alps among herding communities. It was a practical method for calling out to each other across long distances, especially in the mountainous terrain. Over time, yodeling has evolved into a musical art form, becoming particularly popular in the 19th century through circus acts and American cowboy songs. Its playful and distinct sound gained international attention as part of the folk music revival in the 20th century, leading to various adaptations and fusions with other musical styles.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,468, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.