anthem
intermediateB2/ˈænθəm/ · an-them
A formal song or hymn, often a national song that expresses loyalty or patriotism.
Meanings
A formal song or hymn, often a national song that expresses loyalty or patriotism.
ایک رسمی گانا یا نغمہ، اکثر قومی نغمہ جو وفاداری یا قومی محبت کو ظاہر کرتا ہے۔
ترانہ
tarāna
Common Collocations
- national anthem
- school anthem
- patriotic anthem
Example Sentences
The national anthem is played at the beginning of the ceremony.
قومی ترانہ تقریب کے آغاز پر بجایا جاتا ہے۔
Qoumi tarāna taqreeb ke aaghaz par bajaya jata hai.
Many people sing the anthem with pride during sports events.
کئی لوگ کھیلوں کے ایونٹس کے دوران ترانہ فخر کے ساتھ گاتے ہیں۔
Kai log khelon ke events ke doran tarāna fakhr ke sath gaate hain.
The school anthem fosters a sense of community among students.
اسکول کا ترانہ طلباء میں کمیونٹی کا احساس پیدا کرتا ہے۔
School ka tarāna talaba mein community ka ehsaas paida karta hai.
Easily Confused With
💡 Memory Tip
Anthem sounds like 'anthem' in many languages; think of a national pride moment.
Imagine a flag waving proudly as an anthem is sung.
✍️ Urdu Poetry
خوابوں میں جو ہو، وہی تو ہے ترانہ، دل میں جو بجاتا ہو، وہی تو ہے ترانہ۔
Khwaboun mein jo ho, wahi to hai tarāna, Dil mein jo bajata ho, wahi to hai tarāna.
What exists in dreams, that is the anthem, What resonates in the heart, that is the anthem.
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* Poetry attribution is AI-generated and may require verification.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Greek "ἄνθεμα (anthema)" — a flower or a thing dedicated
First known use: 16th century
The term 'anthem' originally referred to a choral composition sung during religious ceremonies. Over time, it adapted to encompass patriotic songs and national hymns.