prelude (**프레**일루드) — an action or event serving as an introduction to something more important
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an action or event serving as an introduction to something more important
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpreɪluːd/
Korean meaning: 전주곡, 서곡; (중요한 일의) 전조, 서막
Korean pronunciation: **프레**일루드
Example Sentences
- His constant yawning was just a prelude to falling asleep during the meeting.
- The economic crisis served as a prelude to major political changes.
- Chopin's Preludes are considered masterpieces of classical music.
prelude
NOUN//ˈpreɪluːd//
an action or event serving as an introduction to something more important
The orchestra performs a prelude before the main opera begins
The prelude begins to include all, then concludes with grandeur!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'praeludium', combining 'prae' (before) and 'ludere' (to play). The word originally referred to a musical piece played before the main performance.
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📝Examples
“His constant yawning was just a prelude to falling asleep during the meeting.”
“The economic crisis served as a prelude to major political changes.”
“Chopin's Preludes are considered masterpieces of classical music.”
“The small earthquake was merely a prelude to the volcanic eruption.”
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