cradle song
[/ˈkreɪdəl sɔːŋ/]
nounpl: cradle songs
canção de ninar
1. A soft, soothing song sung to lull a baby to sleep; a lullaby
She sang a gentle cradle song to her newborn daughter every night.
Ela cantava uma canção de ninar suave para sua filha recém-nascida todas as noites.
2. A musical composition written in the style of a lullaby, often characterized by a gentle rhythm and soft melody
The composer created a beautiful cradle song for the concert.
O compositor criou uma linda canção de ninar para o concerto.
Cradle songs are an integral part of childhood in both American and Brazilian cultures, representing a timeless parenting tradition. In Brazil, traditional lullabies often incorporate regional folklore and samba rhythms, while in the USA, they tend to reflect Anglo-American musical traditions. The practice is valued universally as a bonding experience between caregiver and child.
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