noun
Uncommon
cantor
KAN-taw
Cantor (noun) means a person who leads the singing in a religious service, especially in a Jewish synagogue. Example: “The cantor's voice filled the synagogue during the holiday service.”
noun
1
A person who leads the singing in a religious service, especially in a Jewish synagogue.
"The cantor's voice filled the synagogue during the holiday service."
How to use cantor
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA singing leader at a religious service, especially in Judaism.
Common mistake
Don't confuse with "canter" (a horse's gait) — they sound the same but are unrelated.
Easily confused with
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Word forms
- Plural
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Etymology
Borrowed from Latin cantor, "singer," from canere, "to sing." A doublet of "chanter."
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What does “cantor” mean?
The word “cantor” means a person who leads the singing in a religious service, especially in a Jewish synagogue. In plain terms, a singing leader at a religious service, especially in Judaism.
How do you pronounce “cantor”?
“Cantor” is pronounced KAN-taw (/ˈkæntɔː(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “cantor” in a sentence?
Here is “cantor” used in a sentence: “The cantor's voice filled the synagogue during the holiday service.”
What part of speech is “cantor”?
“Cantor” is a noun.
Where does the word “cantor” come from?
The word “cantor” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Latin cantor, "singer," from canere, "to sing." A doublet of "chanter.".
Is “cantor” a common word?
“Cantor” is an uncommon word in modern English.
