noun

falsetto

fawl-SEHT-oh

Falsetto (noun) means a high-pitched singing voice produced above a person's normal vocal range, especially in men. Example: “He hit an impressive falsetto during the chorus.”

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noun

A high-pitched singing voice produced above a person's normal vocal range, especially in men.

"He hit an impressive falsetto during the chorus."

How to use falsetto

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA high, artificial-sounding singing voice, especially used by male singers to reach notes above their normal range.

Common pairings

sing in falsetto falsetto voice

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

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Word forms

falsettoed past tense, falsettos plural, falsettos singular

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Etymology

Borrowed from Italian falsetto, a diminutive of falso ("false"), describing the artificial, "false" quality of the voice.

Origin: Italian

Rhymes for falsetto

ghetto stiletto Geppetto

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Frequently asked questions

What does “falsetto” mean?

The word “falsetto” means a high-pitched singing voice produced above a person's normal vocal range, especially in men. In plain terms, a high, artificial-sounding singing voice, especially used by male singers to reach notes above their normal range.

How do you pronounce “falsetto”?

“Falsetto” is pronounced fawl-SEHT-oh (/fɔlˈsɛt.oʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “falsetto” in a sentence?

Here is “falsetto” used in a sentence: “He hit an impressive falsetto during the chorus.”

What part of speech is “falsetto”?

“Falsetto” is a noun.

Where does the word “falsetto” come from?

The word “falsetto” comes from Italian. Borrowed from Italian falsetto, a diminutive of falso ("false"), describing the artificial, "false" quality of the voice.

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