adjective Uncommon

choral

KAW-ruhl

Choral (adjective) means relating to, written for, or performed by a choir. Example: “The cathedral is famous for its choral music.”

adjective

Relating to, written for, or performed by a choir.

"The cathedral is famous for its choral music."

"She joined the choral society after moving to the city."

How to use choral

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTo do with singing in a choir or group.

Common mistake

Don't confuse with coral (the reef-building sea organism) — they sound identical but are unrelated.

Easily confused with

coral → chorale →

Common pairings

choral music choral society choral arrangement

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From Late Latin choralis, from Latin chorus.

Origin: Late Latin

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What does “choral” mean?

The word “choral” means relating to, written for, or performed by a choir. In plain terms, to do with singing in a choir or group.

How do you pronounce “choral”?

“Choral” is pronounced KAW-ruhl (/ˈkɔɹəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “choral” in a sentence?

Here is “choral” used in a sentence: “The cathedral is famous for its choral music.”

What part of speech is “choral”?

“Choral” is an adjective.

Where does the word “choral” come from?

The word “choral” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin choralis, from Latin chorus.

Is “choral” a common word?

“Choral” is an uncommon word in modern English.