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chanson de geste

/ʃɑ̃.sɔ̃ də ʒɛst/

Traducción: Poema épico francés medieval que narra las hazañas heroicas y batallas de personajes legendarios como Carlomagno y sus caballeros.

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/ʃɑ̃.sɔ̃ də ʒɛst/C1formalart
  • esPoema épico francés medieval que narra las hazañas heroicas y batallas de personajes legendarios como Carlomagno y sus caballeros.

A medieval French epic poem, typically recounting the heroic deeds and battles of legendary figures like Charlemagne and his knights.

  1. Medieval epic poemC2formal

    A type of Old French epic poem from the 11th to 15th centuries, celebrating heroic deeds and chivalry.

    esCantar de gesta

    • The Song of Roland is the most famous chanson de geste.
    • Chansons de geste were performed by troubadours in medieval courts.
    • These poems often recount the legendary exploits of Charlemagne and his knights.