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americana

Pronunciation: [ˌæm.əˈreɪ.nə]

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Learn how to use americana in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “cultural studies”

(noun) a term that describes things, styles, or ideas that are typical of American culture. This can include music, art, traditions, and more that show what it means to be American.

Example

She loves collecting americana like vintage posters and old records from the 1960s.

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He didn't enjoy any americana, preferring music and art from other countries instead.

Example

What kinds of americana do you think represent America the best?

Context: “music”

(noun) a specific type of music that is influenced by American styles, often including a mix of folk, country, and blues. It's music that tells stories about American life and culture.

Example

The americana band played songs that celebrated the beauty of the American countryside.

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She didn’t like the americana genre, finding it too slow and not exciting enough.

Example

Have you ever listened to americana music at a concert before?

How to pronounce americana

Pronunciation: [ˌæm.əˈreɪ.nə]

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