Noun
/sær.əˈbænd/
The term "saraband" refers to a slow, stately dance that originated in the Spanish dance tradition and later became popular in the Baroque period of music and dance. It is also used to describe a piece of music composed for this dance. The word is relatively less common in modern English usage and is primarily found in contexts related to classical music, dance, or historical literature. It is more frequent in written contexts, such as musicology, literature, or historical texts, rather than in everyday spoken language.
Example Sentences: - The dancer gracefully performed a saraband at the classical music concert. - Танцовщица грациозно исполнила сарабанду на концерте классической музыки.
Композитор включил сарабанду в свой сюит, демонстрируя элегантность формы.
During the history class, we learned about the role of the saraband in Baroque music.
"Saraband" is less frequently used in idiomatic expressions in modern English. However, the word can metaphorically invoke ideas of slowness, elegance, and creativity in constructed phrases.
Example Sentences: - He moved through life like a saraband, gradually savoring each moment. - Он двигался по жизни как сарабанда, постепенно наслаждаясь каждым моментом.
The word "saraband" has its origins in the Spanish "zarabanda," which is believed to derive from an Afro-Spanish phrase related to a dance that originated in the Caribbean. It was adopted into French and English during the 17th century, where it became associated with the specific dance style and tempo found in Baroque music.
Synonyms: - Dance - Composition (in the context of music) - Suite (can refer to a selection of dances)
Antonyms: - Gallop (for its fast tempo as opposed to the slow saraband) - Hustle (indicating a fast-paced environment vs. the slow elegance of a saraband)