bebop
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Noun — A fast, complex style of jazz that emerged in the 1940s, known for improvisation and intricate harmonies.
How to use bebop
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a bebop musician
play bebop
bebop era
Etymology
Thought to imitate the two-note vocal riff musicians used when scatting or humming the style's rhythms — "be-bop" — which became the genre's name in the 1940s jazz scene.
Full origin of bebop →Frequently asked questions
What does “bebop” mean?
The word “bebop” means a fast, complex style of jazz that emerged in the 1940s, known for improvisation and intricate harmonies. In plain terms, a fast, improvisational style of jazz from the 1940s, more complex than earlier swing music.
How do you pronounce “bebop”?
“Bebop” is pronounced BEE-bop (/ˈbibɑp/ in IPA).
How do you use “bebop” in a sentence?
Here is “bebop” used in a sentence: “Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie were pioneers of bebop.”
What part of speech is “bebop”?
“Bebop” is a noun.
Where does the word “bebop” come from?
The word “bebop” dates back to around 1940. Thought to imitate the two-note vocal riff musicians used when scatting or humming the style's rhythms — "be-bop" — which became the genre's name in the 1940s jazz scene.
