chant

• 名词，指反复吟唱或喊出的有节奏的词句、歌曲或口号，常用于宗教仪式、抗议活动或体育赛事等场合。也可指这种吟唱或呼喊本身。

A noun referring to a repeated rhythmic phrase, song, or slogan, often sung or shouted in a group setting such as a religious ceremony, protest, or sporting event.

1. Religious or ritual songB1formal

   A simple, repetitive song or melody, often used in religious or spiritual ceremonies.

   圣歌

   • The monks began their morning chant at dawn.
   • The congregation joined in the chant during the service.
   • Ancient chants were passed down through generations.

   同义词plainchantplainsong

2. Crowd or protest shoutA2informal

   A repeated rhythmic phrase shouted or sung by a group, often at sports events or protests.

   口号

   • The fans started a loud chant for their team.
   • Protesters chanted slogans in the streets.
   • The crowd's chant echoed through the stadium.

   同义词callchoruscryrefrainshoutslogan

• 动词，指有节奏地重复念诵词语或短语，常为集体进行，或作为仪式、表演的一部分。也可指反复地念叨、吟唱。

A verb used to indicate the act of repeating a word or phrase rhythmically, often in a group or as part of a ritual or performance.

1. Repeat rhythmicallyB1formal

   To sing or say a word or phrase repeatedly in a rhythmic way, often in a group.

   有节奏地重复喊叫

   • The crowd chanted the player's name after the goal.
   • Protesters chanted slogans outside the building.
   • Monks chant their prayers every morning.

   同义词cantillatechorusdroneintonereciterepeatsing

2. Sing in a monotoneB2formal

   To sing or intone a melody on a single pitch or a limited range of notes.

   单调吟唱

   • The choir chanted the ancient hymn in unison.
   • He chanted the verses of the poem in a low voice.
   • The priest chanted the liturgy during the service.

   同义词cantillatedroneintone