Meaning of the word serenade in English

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

serenade

US /ˌser.əˈneɪd/
UK /ˌser.əˈneɪd/
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Noun

1.

a piece of music sung or played in the open air, typically by a man to his beloved under her window in the evening.

Example:
He sang a beautiful serenade to his girlfriend.
The opera featured a romantic serenade scene.

Verb

1.

sing or play a serenade to (someone).

Example:
He decided to serenade her under her balcony.
The mariachi band will serenade the guests.
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