🇩🇪German Source WordCode: DE

Marschmusik

Pronunciation / Transliteration: maʁʃˈmuːzɪk

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Marching Music/ˈmɑːr.tʃɪŋ ˈmjuː.zɪk/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇩🇪 Example Sentence in German:

"Die Marschmusik begleitete den Umzug."

Comprehensive Definitions & Senses

2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A genre of music specifically composed for marching bands, often characterized by a strong, regular rhythm.

    "The band played lively marching music during the parade, energizing the crowd."
  2. 2

    Music that accompanies a procession, typically performed by a band or ensemble.

    "The marching music set the tone for the festive atmosphere of the celebration."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'marching music' originates from the late Middle English word 'marchen', derived from the Old French 'marcher', meaning to walk or march. Historically, it has evolved to refer specifically to music composed for military or ceremonial marching, reflecting its roots in military tradition and public displays.

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