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plainsong

/ˈpleɪnsɔŋ/

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noun

素歌, 单音圣歌

A form of monophonic chant in unison using the Gregorian scale, sung in various Christian churches.

Examples :

"The monks' voices filled the ancient church, chanting the ethereal sounds of plainsong in a meditative rhythm. "

修士们的歌声充满了古老的教堂，他们吟唱着空灵的素歌，节奏充满冥想的韵味。

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noun

素歌，素歌旋律。

A cantus firmus or theme chosen for contrapuntal treatment; so called because often an actual fragment of plain-song.

Examples :

"The composer used a fragment of Gregorian chant, a plainsong, as the foundation for his intricate new choral work. "

作曲家选用了一段格里高利圣咏，也就是一段素歌旋律，作为他精妙的新合唱作品的基础。

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noun

素歌，素调

The simple notes of an air, without ornament or variation.

Examples :

"The monks chanted in plainsong, their voices blending in simple, unadorned melodies. "

僧侣们用素歌吟唱，他们的声音融合在一起，形成简单而朴素的旋律。

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noun

直白的陈述，朴实的言辞.

(by extension) A plain unvarnished statement, without exaggeration.

Examples :

"After the elaborate presentations, the manager's summary was refreshing in its plainsong, simply outlining the project's core issues and necessary steps. "

在冗长的报告之后，经理的总结如同清风拂面，直白的陈述了项目的核心问题和必要步骤，让人耳目一新。

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