countertenor in French
countertenor in French is contreténor, contre-ténor — countertenor means an adult male singer who uses head tone or falsetto to sing far higher than the typical male vocal range.
countertenor in French
contreténor
An adult male singer who uses head tone or falsetto to sing far higher than the typical male vocal range.
contre-ténor
An adult male singer who uses head tone or falsetto to sing far higher than the typical male vocal range.
contreténor
(historical) A part or section performing a countermelody against the tenor or main part.
What does "countertenor" mean?
- noun An adult male singer who uses head tone or falsetto to sing far higher than the typical male vocal range.
- noun A male singing voice far higher than the typical male vocal range.
- noun A part or section performing a countermelody against the tenor or main part.
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What is "countertenor" in French?
"countertenor" in French is contreténor, contre-ténor. countertenor means: An adult male singer who uses head tone or falsetto to sing far higher than the typical male vocal range.
Are there other ways to say "countertenor" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "countertenor": contreténor, contre-ténor.
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