anthem

• Ein feierliches Lied der Hingabe oder Treue, zum Beispiel für eine Nation oder eine Schule, oder ein Lobgesang auf Gott, einen Heiligen oder ein Land.

A noun referring to a song of devotion or loyalty, such as to a nation or school, or a song of praise to God, a saint, or a nation.

1. National or group songB1formal

   A song of devotion or loyalty, often associated with a nation, school, or organization.

   Hymne

   • The crowd stood up to sing the national anthem.
   • The school anthem is played at every graduation ceremony.
   • The team has its own anthem that fans sing at matches.

   Synonymechanthymnodepaeansong

2. Religious song of praiseB1formal

   A song of praise to God, a saint, or a nation, often used in religious or ceremonial contexts.

   Hymne

   • The choir performed a beautiful anthem during the service.
   • The anthem was sung in honor of the patron saint.
   • The cathedral's anthem echoed through the halls.

   Synonymecanticlechoralehymnpsalmspiritual