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10 Language-to-English DictionariesAlternative-Rock
/ˌɔːl.təˈnə.tɪv rɒk/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A genre of rock music that emerged in the 1980s, characterized by its diverse sound and a focus on independent production.
"The band's latest album is a perfect example of alternative rock, blending various musical influences." - 2
Music that is produced outside of the mainstream music industry, often with a more experimental or non-commercial approach.
"Many alternative rock bands prioritize artistic expression over commercial success."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'alternative rock' emerged in the 1980s as a descriptor for a genre of music that diverged from mainstream rock. It combines elements of punk rock, post-punk, and new wave, reflecting a cultural shift towards independent music production and distribution.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Alternative-Rock"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Alternative-Rock" is said worldwide
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rock alternatif
Transliteration: ʁɔk al.tɛʁ.na.tif
"Le groupe a sorti un nouvel album de rock alternatif."
Alternative-Rock
Transliteration: Alˈtɛrnatiˌvʁɔk
"Die Band spielt einen neuen Song im Stil des Alternative-Rock."
rock alternativo
Transliteration: rɔk al.tɛr.na.tivo
"Il loro ultimo album è un esempio di rock alternativo."
rock alternativo
Transliteration: rok al.teɾ.na.ti.vo
"El grupo lanzó un nuevo álbum de rock alternativo."
rock alternativo
Transliteration: ʁɔk al.tɛʁ.na.tʃivu
"A banda lançou um novo álbum de rock alternativo."
वैकल्पिक रॉक
Transliteration: vaikalpik rāk
"बैंड ने एक नया वैकल्पिक रॉक एल्बम जारी किया।"
另类摇滚
Transliteration: lìnglèi yáogǔn
"这支乐队发布了一张新的另类摇滚专辑。"
대안 록
Transliteration: dae-an rok
"그 밴드는 새로운 대안 록 앨범을 발표했습니다."
オルタナティブ・ロック
Transliteration: orutanatibu rokku
"そのバンドは新しいオルタナティブ・ロックのアルバムをリリースしました。"
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