👉 In linguistics, a "madrigal" is an ancient or medieval poem in which the speaker's subject is often a saint. The term comes from the Latin word "madrigalium," meaning "saintly hymn." In medieval times, these poems were used as a form of religious devotion and were often written by poets who were known for their lyrical poetry. In modern usage, madrigals are typically associated with medieval or early Renaissance literature. They were composed in verse
