soprano

2 synonyms for soprano, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — The highest singing voice, typically sung by women or boys, or a piece written for that range.

Synonyms

Less common

Still standard English, but they carry more weight.

treble

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

sop

Synonyms by Meaning

1. noun

The highest singing voice, typically sung by women or boys, or a piece written for that range.

“She trained for years to become a soprano at the opera house.”

treble

2. noun

A singer or instrument that performs in that highest range.

“I was only once faced with the task of auditioning a nimiety of sopranos.”

sop

How to use soprano

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

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Etymology

From Italian soprano, "above" — from Latin super, "above" — because it is the highest vocal part. Related to the word "sovereign," which comes from the same Latin root by a different path.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “soprano” mean?

The word “soprano” means the highest singing voice, typically sung by women or boys, or a piece written for that range. In plain terms, the highest singing voice or vocal part, or a singer who sings it.

How do you pronounce “soprano”?

“Soprano” is pronounced suh-PRA-noh (/səˈpɹænoʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “soprano” in a sentence?

Here is “soprano” used in a sentence: “She trained for years to become a soprano at the opera house.”

What part of speech is “soprano”?

“Soprano” is a noun.

Where does the word “soprano” come from?

The word “soprano” comes from Latin. From Italian soprano, "above" — from Latin super, "above" — because it is the highest vocal part. Related to the word "sovereign," which comes from the same Latin root by a different path.

Is “soprano” a common word?

“Soprano” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “soprano” have?

“Soprano” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the highest singing voice, typically sung by women or boys, or a piece written for that range.

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