schlager

English

/ʃlɑːɡə/

noun
Definitions
  • (music) A chiefly European style of popular music with light melodies (often easily danceable) and typically facile, sentimental lyrics.
  • A piece made in this style.

Etymology

Derived from German Schlager (hit).

Origin

German (Berlin)

Schlager

Gloss

hit

Concept
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