Meaning of the word blues in English

What does blues mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

blues

US /bluːz/
UK /bluːz/
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Noun

1.

a state of depression or melancholy

Example:
She's been feeling the blues lately.
A good walk can help shake off the blues.
2.

a genre of music originating in African-American communities of the Southern United States

Example:
He loves listening to old blues records.
Many rock and roll artists were influenced by the blues.
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