singer
A singer is a person who uses their voice to create musical sounds and songs. They can perform professionally as a career or sing as a hobby, either alone or in a group.
Examples
3 of 5The singer has a very beautiful and clear voice.
The singer has a very beautiful and clear voice.
The opera singer received a standing ovation after the performance.
The opera singer received a standing ovation after the performance.
That singer is totally awesome live!
That singer is totally awesome live!
Antonyms
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of the '-er' at the end of 'singer' as representing the 'person' who 'sings'. Similar to teacher (person who teaches) or dancer (person who dances).
Quick Quiz
Adele is a world-famous ____ from the UK.
Correct!
The correct answer is: singer
Examples
The singer has a very beautiful and clear voice.
everydayThe singer has a very beautiful and clear voice.
The opera singer received a standing ovation after the performance.
formalThe opera singer received a standing ovation after the performance.
That singer is totally awesome live!
informalThat singer is totally awesome live!
The study analyzes the breathing techniques of a professional singer.
academicThe study analyzes the breathing techniques of a professional singer.
The wedding singer was hired to perform during the reception.
businessThe wedding singer was hired to perform during the reception.
Antonyms
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
a born singer
a person with a natural talent for singing
street singer
someone who sings in public places for money
torch singer
a singer who specializes in sad songs about unrequited love
Often Confused With
A songwriter writes the lyrics and music, whereas a singer performs the music using their voice.
Usage Notes
The word 'singer' is a general term applicable to any genre of music, from pop and rock to classical and folk.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse the noun 'singer' with the verb 'sing' or the noun 'song'. Always use 'singer' when referring to the person.
Memory Tip
Think of the '-er' at the end of 'singer' as representing the 'person' who 'sings'. Similar to teacher (person who teaches) or dancer (person who dances).
Word Origin
Derived from the Old English 'singere', which comes from 'singan' (to sing).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Singers often become the most recognizable members of a musical group and frequently achieve celebrity status in modern culture.
Quick Quiz
Adele is a world-famous ____ from the UK.
Correct!
The correct answer is: singer
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More music words
melody
A1A melody is a sequence of musical notes that are pleasant to listen to and form a main tune. It is the part of a song that people usually hum or sing along with.
note
A1In music, a note is a single sound with a specific pitch and length. It also refers to the written symbol on a page that tells a musician which sound to play.
scale
A1A musical scale is a set of musical notes ordered by pitch, going up or down in a specific pattern. It acts like a ladder of sounds that musicians use to create melodies and harmonies.
sharp
A1In music, a sharp is a symbol (#) that tells a player to play a note one half-step higher. It also refers to the specific note that has been raised.
flat
A1In music, a flat is a symbol (♭) that tells a musician to play a note a half-step lower than usual. It also describes a sound or voice that is slightly lower than the correct musical pitch.
beat
A1The regular pulse or rhythm in a piece of music that you can clap your hands or tap your feet to. It is the basic unit of time in a song that helps musicians stay together.
bar
A1In music, a bar is a short section of music that contains a specific number of beats. It is shown on paper by vertical lines that divide the musical staff into equal parts.
time signature
A1A time signature is a set of two numbers at the beginning of a piece of music. It tells the musician how many beats are in each measure and which note value represents one beat.
instrument
A1An object that is played to make musical sounds, such as a piano, guitar, or drum. It can also be a tool used by scientists or doctors to do very exact work.
violin
A1A musical instrument with four strings that is held under the chin and played with a bow. It is known for its high-pitched, expressive sound and is used in many types of music, especially classical and folk.
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