Meaning
serenade
- A piece of vocal or instrumental music sung or played outdoors at night, traditionally to woo someone
- A classical multi-movement orchestral or chamber composition
In a sentence
Ieri sera le ha fatto una serenata sotto la finestra.
Yesterday evening he serenaded her under the window.
La serenata notturna ha svegliato tutto il vicinato.
The nighttime serenade woke up the entire neighbourhood.
Non tutti apprezzano una serenata in pubblico.
Not everyone appreciates a serenade in public.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| serenata | feminine · singular |
| serenate | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- The standard idiom is 'fare una serenata a qualcuno' (to serenade someone).
- Culturally linked to traditional Italian romantic folklore.