English Word · Intermediate
roundelay
A poem or song having a line or phrase repeated at regular intervals
Pronunciation: /ˈɹaʊndɪˌleɪ/
Meaning
A poem or song having a line or phrase repeated at regular intervals.
Example
It fell upon a holly eve, Hey ho, hollidaye! When holly fathers wont to shrieve, Now gynneth this roundelay.
It fell upon a holly eve, Hey ho, hollidaye! When holly fathers wont to shrieve, Now gynneth this roundelay.
Practice tips
- Practice roundelay out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.