1. plural of dumka; a type of Ukrainian or Russian folk song or instrumental composition, typically melancholic or narrative in character.
Usage: Often used in music history and ethnomusicology contexts; The singular form is 'dumka'

Examples

• The composer incorporated traditional dumkas into his symphonic work.
• Ukrainian dumkas often tell stories of love, loss, and national identity.
• She performed a series of dumkas on the cello at the concert.
• The museum's collection includes recordings of authentic dumkas from the 19th century.