Pronunciation: [stɹˈɒfɪk] (IPA) 
The word "strophic" is spelled with 8 letters beginning with "st", followed by "r", "o", "p", "h", "i", and "c". It has three syllables: s-tro-phi-c. The IPA phonetic transcription for "strophic" is /ˈstrɑfɪk/. The "st" at the beginning of the word is a consonant cluster, followed by the vowel sound "ɑ". The "o" is pronounced as "ɑ," and "phi" is pronounced as "fī." The final "c" is pronounced as "k."
Strophic is an adjective that refers to the characteristic of a musical composition or a form in which the same melody is repeated for each stanza or verse of a song. It is derived from the Greek word "strophe," meaning turning or twisting, which aptly reflects the recycling of melody in this type of composition.
In a strophic song, the structure typically consists of a single melody that is repeated throughout the entire piece, while the lyrics change with each verse or stanza. This form is commonly found in folk songs, hymns, and some popular music genres.
One of the main advantages of the strophic form is that it allows for easy memorization and singing along, as the melody remains consistent, and only the words are altered. It often imparts a sense of familiarity and simple structure to the music, making it accessible to a wide audience.
However, despite the repetition of melody, variations and embellishments in accompaniment and phrasing may occur within each verse or stanza, adding a sense of musical interest and dynamics.
Strophic compositions can also have instrumental interludes between verses or a refrain, which provides contrast to the repeated melody and gives the listeners a break from the familiar pattern.
Overall, strophic is a term that signifies the repetition of a single melody in a musical piece, allowing for variations in lyrics or accompaniment, and is commonly employed in various genres of music.
Pert. to strophes.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "strophic" comes from the Greek word "strophē", which means "turning" or "a turning point". In the context of music, it refers to a type of song structure where the same music is repeated for each stanza of lyrics, creating a turning or returning point in the song. The term was adopted into English in the early 19th century to describe this specific form of song composition.
