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barcarole

barcarole

9.9
A gentle song sung by gondola rowers in Venice with a beat like rowing
  • noun
  • /ˈbɑrkəˌroʊl/
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  • The composer's new piece captures the lilting rhythm of a classic barcarole.

Examples

  • She hummed a gentle barcarole as they drifted across the lake.

  • The gondoliers sang a beautiful barcarole as they rowed.

  • The orchestra performed a beautiful barcarole inspired by the streets of Venice.

  • Have you ever heard a barcarole performed live?

  • As the gondolier sang a charming barcarole, tourists on the canal felt the rhythm of their boat gently gliding through the water.

  • The barcarole performed under the stars captured the essence of Venice with its soothing melody and gentle sway.

  • Every night, the gondoliers would serenade visitors with a beautiful barcarole, creating a magical atmosphere on the canals.

Synonyms

barcarolle
vsbarcarole
9.9

A gentle song sung by people rowing boats in Venice

is the same term but spelled with one final letter less

Surface Forms

barcarole singular
barcaroles plural

Etymology

The word barcarole comes from the Italian root barca, which means 'boat', as in Spanish barco, and it named the songs sung by people rowing in Venetian boats. That's why a barcarole is a gentle, rocking song or piece of music that feels like the steady beat of oars.