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dirges

/ˈdɜːrdʒɪz/

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noun

Klagelied, Totenklage

A mournful poem or piece of music composed or performed as a memorial to a dead person.

Examples :

"The funeral procession passed slowly, accompanied by the solemn dirges played by the bagpipers. "

Der Trauerzug bewegte sich langsam, begleitet von den feierlichen Klageliedern der Dudelsackpfeifer.

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noun

Langweilige Musik, Schnulze

A song or piece of music that is considered too slow, bland or boring.

Examples :

"The elevator music played predictable dirges, making the ride to the tenth floor feel even longer. "

Die Fahrstuhlmusik spielte vorhersehbare Schnulzen, wodurch sich die Fahrt in den zehnten Stock noch länger anfühlte.

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