lilt

Signification (Anglais)

Verb

1. (intransitive) To do something rhythmically, with animation and quickness, usually of music.
2. (intransitive) To sing cheerfully, especially in Gaelic.
3. (intransitive) To utter with spirit, animation, or gaiety; to sing with spirit and liveliness.

Noun

1. Animated, brisk motion; spirited rhythm; sprightliness.
2. A lively song or dance; a cheerful tune.
3. A cheerful or melodious accent when speaking.

Concepts

balançoire

cadence

entrain

rythme

vigueur

vitalité

vivacité

Synonymes

swing

animation

cadence

descant

energy

esprit

intonation

liveliness

rhythm

sang

sing

spirit

alacrity

vocalize

Traductions

canticchiare

τραγουδώ

cantare in modo ritmato

trällern

ritme

σκοπός

ρυθμός

τραγούδι

ζωή

Vitalität

Lebhaftigkeit

άδω

εύθυμο άσμα

ζωηρός ρυθμός

ψυχή

Prononcé comme (IPA)

/lɪlt/

Étymologie (Anglais)

Hérité de moyen anglais: lilten

In summary

From Middle English lilten, lulten.