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soprano

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /səˈprɑnoʊ/ · UK /səˈprɑːnəʊ/

Forms: sopranos

soprano means: A singer with a very high voice, or an instrument playing the highest musical part.

noun

HIGH PART PERFORMERB2

A singer with a very high voice, or an instrument playing the highest musical part.

  • The soprano sang beautifully.
  • Two sopranos joined our choir last month.
  • In this ensemble, a violin serves as the soprano.

Similar words: treble

Common phrases: a soprano, lead soprano

HIGH VOICE RANGEB2

The highest usual singing range, or the music written for that range.

  • She sings the soprano part.
  • His voice is still in the soprano range.
  • The melody moves from alto to soprano.

Similar words: treble

Common phrases: soprano range, soprano part

HIGH INSTRUMENTC1

A musical instrument that plays in a high range compared with others of its type.

  • He plays soprano in the band.
  • She switched from a tenor saxophone to a soprano.
  • This soprano produces a clear, bright sound.

Common phrases: play soprano, a soprano

Questions about soprano

What does soprano mean?

A singer with a very high voice, or an instrument playing the highest musical part.

What is soprano in other languages?

Türkçe: soprano · Español: soprano · Français: soprano · Deutsch: Sopranistin · Italiano: soprano · 日本語: ソプラノ歌手

How do you pronounce soprano?

In American English /səˈprɑnoʊ/; in British English /səˈprɑːnəʊ/.

How do you use soprano in a sentence?

The soprano sang beautifully. Two sopranos joined our choir last month.

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