Pronunciation: /ˈniːɡroʊ ˈspɪrɪtʃuəl/
noun a genre of music that originated among African Americans in the southern United States and is characterized by religious themes and emotional expression
A1 I enjoy listening to Negro spirituals.
A2 Negro spirituals are a form of African American religious music.
B1 Many Negro spirituals were created during the time of slavery in America.
B2 The powerful lyrics of Negro spirituals often reflect the struggles and hope of African Americans.
C1 Negro spirituals have had a significant influence on the development of American music.
C2 Scholars have studied the historical and cultural significance of Negro spirituals in depth.
formal The history of Negro spirituals dates back to the time of slavery in America.
informal My grandmother used to sing Negro spirituals while she cooked dinner.
slang I love listening to those old school Negro spirituals.
figurative The resilience and hope in Negro spirituals continue to inspire many people today.
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