What is another word for ditty?

Pronunciation: [dˈɪti] (IPA)

Ditty is a short, simple, and catchy tune or song that is easy to remember and sing. Synonyms for the word "ditty" include melody, tune, jingle, song, airs, refrain, chant, hymn, carol, ballad, aria, and motif. These words all refer to musical compositions that are characterized by their simplicity, brevity, and often their singability. Ditties can be found in all sorts of musical genres, from folk and pop to classical and religious music. They can be used to convey a message, tell a story, or simply to entertain. Regardless of the purpose, a good ditty is always memorable and enjoyable to listen to.

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A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Ditty?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for ditty (as nouns)

Usage examples for Ditty

The Malay girl bent over her for a few minutes, and then softly withdrew her hand from between Helen's, to follow her companion to the window, where she was sitting droning over some native ditty about meeting her love beneath the moonbeams among the waving rice, and then they sat chatting and laughing together in a low tone.
"One Maid's Mischief"
George Manville Fenn
It was a glorious night, and as they passed out into the fresh, pure air and came in sight of the golden-spangled sea, which broke amongst the shingle with a low, dull roar, the blood began to course more quickly through Linnell's veins, the folly of the adventure was forgotten, and a secret wish that he and the Colonel were alone and about to play some sweet love ditty, beneath a certain window, crossed his brain.
"The Master of the Ceremonies"
George Manville Fenn
"Not quite," said Carrol, pausing in the chorus part of his ditty; "he'd best remain here till his people come.
"The White Squaw"
Mayne Reid

Famous quotes with Ditty

  • He play'd an ancient ditty long since mute, In Provence call'd "La belle dame sans mercy."
    John Keats
  • Let me set my mournful ditty To a merry measure; Thou wilt never come for pity, Thou wilt come for pleasure; Pity then will cut away Those cruel wings, and thou wilt stay.
    Percy Bysshe Shelley

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