hino
1. A solemn, patriotic song adopted by a country or organization as an expression of identity or allegiance
The national anthem is played before sporting events.
O hino nacional é tocado antes dos eventos esportivos.
2. A song of praise, devotion, or loyalty, often religious in nature
The choir sang a beautiful anthem during the church service.
O coro cantou um belo hino durante o serviço religioso.
3. A popular song that becomes representative of a particular movement, era, or group
That song became the anthem of the 1960s counterculture movement.
Aquela canção se tornou o hino do movimento contracultura dos anos 1960.
4. A musical composition for voices, typically with instrumental accompaniment
The composer wrote an anthem for the royal celebration.
O compositor escreveu um hino para a celebração real.
In Brazil, the national anthem (Hino Nacional Brasileiro) holds significant patriotic importance and is performed at official ceremonies, sports events, and schools. Americans similarly revere the Star-Spangled Banner, often standing during its performance. Both cultures use 'anthem' metaphorically to describe songs that define a generation or social movement, reflecting how music serves as cultural identity markers.
NYC Slang
banger (informal for a popular anthem or hit song)
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