Meaning of the word yodel in English
What does yodel mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
yodel
US /ˈjoʊ.dəl/
UK /ˈjəʊ.dəl/
Verb
to sing in a way that involves rapid changes in pitch between the normal voice and falsetto, typically in the mountains
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The shepherd would often yodel to call his sheep.
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She learned to yodel from her grandmother, who grew up in the Alps.
Noun
a song or cry produced by yodeling
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We heard a clear yodel echoing through the valley.
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The performance ended with a powerful yodel that captivated the audience.