chants

[tʃænts]

chants Definition

a repeated rhythmic phrase, typically one shouted or sung in unison by a crowd.

Using chants: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "chants" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The fans began to chant the team's name.

  • Example

    The protesters chanted slogans against the government.

  • Example

    The monks chanted their prayers in unison.

chants Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for chants

Phrases with chants

  • chant down Babylon

    a Rastafarian expression meaning to bring about the downfall of oppressive systems and institutions

    Example

    Bob Marley's song 'Chant Down Babylon' is a call for revolution against oppressive systems.

  • to say or sing something loudly and repeatedly

    Example

    The crowd chanted 'We want justice!' over and over again.

  • to repeat something that has been said or sung by someone else

    Example

    The audience chanted the chorus back to the singer.

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Summary: chants in Brief

'Chants' [tʃænts] are repeated rhythmic phrases, often shouted or sung in unison by a group. Examples include sports fans chanting their team's name, protesters chanting slogans against the government, and monks chanting prayers. Phrases like 'chant down Babylon' and 'chant something out' denote a call for change and repetition, respectively.