noun
Americana
uh-meh-rih-KA-nuh
noun
1
Objects, images, or ideas that capture traditional American culture and history.
"The diner was decorated with Americana — old license plates, neon signs, and vintage road maps."
2
A style of roots music blending folk, country, blues, and early rock and roll.
"The band's new album leans heavily into Americana, with steel guitar and porch-style harmonies."
How to Use Americana
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA catch-all word for things that feel classically, nostalgically American — both as a look and as a music genre.
Common pairings
Americana music
a taste of Americana
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.
Test yourself on “Americana”
A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage
→
Fill the Gap
Can you complete this real example?
The diner was decorated with _____ — old license plates, neon signs, and vintage road maps.