Singing

Definition

The term "singing" refers to the act of producing musical sounds with the voice, often using melody and rhythm.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb (present participle of "sing")

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈsɪŋ.ɪŋ/
• Respelling: SING-ing

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈsɪŋ.ɪŋ/
• Respelling: SING-ing

Etymology

The word "singing" comes from the Old English "singan," meaning "to chant or sing." It is derived from Proto-Germanic "singwanan" and Proto-Indo-European "sengwh," meaning "to make noise."

Derivatives

• Singer (noun)
• Singsong (noun/adjective)
• Singable (adjective)
• Resinging (verb)
• Singing voice (noun)

Synonyms

• Chanting
• Vocalizing
• Humming

Antonyms

• Silence
• Speaking
• None

Usage

The term "singing" is commonly used in contexts related to music, performance, or religious ceremonies. For example, "She enjoys singing in the choir," or "His singing brought joy to the audience."

Related Terms

• Song: A musical composition intended to be sung.
• Melody: A sequence of notes that form a tune.
• Chorus: A group of singers or a repeated part of a song.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• The act of producing musical sounds with the voice:
  • Example: "Singing is her favorite hobby."
• The activity of performing a song or tune:
  • Example: "The singing at the event was remarkable."

Verb (present participle of "sing")

• Engaging in vocal music production:
  • Example: "She is singing her favorite song right now."
• Expressing emotions or stories through melody and rhythm:
  • Example: "The artist is singing about love and loss."