Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ladainha
Noun
/la.dajˈi.nɐ/
Definition
A type of repetitive or formulaic speech or recitation, often associated with prayers or lamentations in a religious context.
Examples
- The priest led the congregation in a ladainha during the evening service.
- Her story felt like a ladainha, repeating the same grievances over and over.
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘ladainha’ refers to a litany or a long, tedious recitation, often conveying a sense of complaint or weariness.
Synonyms
- litany
- recitation
- complaint