ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Soprano

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /səˈpɹænoʊ/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Soprano is a noun meaning The musical part higher in pitch than alto, typically encompassing the range of the treble clef.

Meaning

The musical part higher in pitch than alto, typically encompassing the range of the treble clef.

More Meanings

  1. A person or instrument that performs the soprano part.
  2. To sing or utter with high pitch.

Example Sentences

soprano saxophone
"Sure they ain't done me no harm," sopranoed the woman.
I was only once faced with the task of auditioning a nimiety of sopranos.

Word Forms

Synonyms for soprano

Depending on context, synonyms include sop, high, treble, high-pitched.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include treble, high, high-pitched, mezzo, coloratura, soloist.

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