What is another word for skalds?
Pronunciation: [skˈaldz] (IPA) 
Skalds were ancient Scandinavian poets who composed and recited poems in praise of their rulers and heroes. The history of the skalds dates back to the Viking age, where they held a crucial position in society. In modern times, the word skalds is used interchangeably with the term "bards." Bards were storytellers and poets who sang ballads about heroes and great warriors of their time. Other synonyms for skalds include "scops," "troubadours," and "minstrels." All of these terms describe people who created and recited stories and poems about celebrated figures throughout history.
