noun
Uncommon
ode
ohd
Ode (noun) means a poem, often meant to be sung, that expresses strong feeling or praise for its subject. Example: “Keats wrote an ode to a nightingale.”
noun
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A poem, often meant to be sung, that expresses strong feeling or praise for its subject.
"Keats wrote an ode to a nightingale."
"The comedian read a mock ode to his lost car keys."
How to use ode
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA poem written in praise of, or in strong feeling about, something.
Common pairings
write an ode
an ode to
a classic ode
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Word forms
- Plural
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Etymology
From Greek oide, "song", by way of Late Latin oda and French ode.
Rhymes for ode
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What does “ode” mean?
The word “ode” means a poem, often meant to be sung, that expresses strong feeling or praise for its subject. In plain terms, a poem written in praise of, or in strong feeling about, something.
How do you pronounce “ode”?
“Ode” is pronounced ohd (/oʊd/ in IPA).
How do you use “ode” in a sentence?
Here is “ode” used in a sentence: “Keats wrote an ode to a nightingale.”
What part of speech is “ode”?
“Ode” is a noun.
Where does the word “ode” come from?
The word “ode” comes from Late Latin. From Greek oide, "song", by way of Late Latin oda and French ode.
Is “ode” a common word?
“Ode” is an uncommon word in modern English.
