이야기 형식의 시나 노래로, 대개 짧은 절로 구성되며 구전으로 전해 내려오는 것.
A poem or song that tells a story in short stanzas, often passed down through oral tradition.
예문:
"The professor analyzed the structure of a traditional Scottish ballad."
"The village elders still sing the old ballad about the great flood."
대중음악에서 느린 템포로 부르는 감상적이고 서정적인 노래.
A slow, sentimental, or romantic song in popular music.
예문:
"The band ended their concert with a moving power ballad."
"She became famous for her ability to convey deep emotion in a simple ballad."