mín gē
chanson folklorique; ballade
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我喜欢听民歌。
wǒ xǐhuān tīng mínggē.
I like listening to folk songs.
民歌是中国的传统音乐。
mínggē shì zhōngguó de chuántǒng yīnyuè.
Folk songs are traditional Chinese music.
民歌的歌词通常都很优美。
mínggē de gēcí tōngcháng dōu hěn yōuměi.
The lyrics of folk songs are usually very beautiful.
歌谣 (gēyáo)
folk song
民谣 (mínyáo)
folk song
流行歌曲 (liúxíng gēqǔ)
pop song
艺术歌曲 (yìshù gēqǔ)
art song
The Chinese word 民歌 (mínggē) for "folk song" is composed of two characters: 民 (mín), meaning "people" or "folk", and 歌 (gē), meaning "song". The term "folk song" refers to a traditional song that is passed down orally within a community or culture. Folk songs often reflect the customs, traditions, and experiences of the people who sing them. They are typically simple in structure and melody, and are often accompanied by traditional instruments. In China, folk songs have a long history and are an important part of the country's cultural heritage. They are often performed at festivals, celebrations, and other social gatherings.
