De evergreen
Example: De evergreen van die zanger blijft jarenlang populair.
Definition
"De evergreen" in music refers to a song or piece that remains continuously popular and beloved over many years. It is a timeless classic that retains its appeal beyond its original release period, often becoming a staple in the artist's repertoire or public memory.
Etymology
The term "de evergreen" comes from the English word 'evergreen,' originally describing plants that retain their leaves year-round. It was adopted into Dutch music vocabulary to describe songs with lasting popularity, much like evergreen trees maintain their green leaves through all seasons.
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"De evergreen" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (B1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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