English · Arts & Literature

hip-hop

/ˈhɪp.hɒp/

[/ˈhɪp.hɒp/]

rhythmic spoken music

Intermediatenoun

Definition

A style of music featuring rhythmic spoken lyrics, known as rapping, over strong beats.

Example

He grew up listening to hip-hop and admired how the best rappers told stories through rhyme.

He grew up listening to hip-hop and admired how the best rappers told stories through rhyme.

Etymology

Coined in the 1970s in the Bronx, New York; the words imitate rhythmic movement.

How & Where It’s Used

A global genre and culture including rapping, DJing, and dance.

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