anthem
Translation
anthem, hymn
Examples
They sang the national anthem before the match.
They sang the national anthem before the match.
The song became an anthem for a generation.
The song became an anthem for a generation.
Grammar Patterns
((anthem)) a song of praise or allegiance They sang the national anthem.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hymn, song, paean, chant
Etymology
From Old English 'antefn', from Greek 'antiphōna' meaning 'responsive chant'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'a song for them' (an-them), where 'them' is the nation or a specific group.