noun
singsong
SIHNG-song
Singsong (noun) means an informal gathering where people sing together, often casually. Example: “They had a singsong around the campfire.”
noun
1
An informal gathering where people sing together, often casually.
"They had a singsong around the campfire."
adj
1
Having a repetitive, up-and-down rhythm in speech, like a simple tune.
"He read the announcement in a flat, singsong voice."
How to use singsong
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither a casual group sing-along, or a speaking tone that rises and falls like a simple melody.
Common pairings
singsong voice
singsong tone
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Word forms
- Plural
- singsongs
- Third person singular
- singsongs
- Past tense
- singsonged
- Comparative
- more singsong
- Superlative
- most singsong
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They had a _____ around the campfire.
Etymology
A reduplication combining sing and song.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “singsong” mean?
The word “singsong” means an informal gathering where people sing together, often casually. In plain terms, either a casual group sing-along, or a speaking tone that rises and falls like a simple melody.
How do you pronounce “singsong”?
“Singsong” is pronounced SIHNG-song (/ˈsɪŋsɔŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “singsong” in a sentence?
Here is “singsong” used in a sentence: “They had a singsong around the campfire.”
What part of speech is “singsong”?
Depending on how it is used, “singsong” can be a noun and an adjective.
How many meanings does “singsong” have?
“Singsong” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an informal gathering where people sing together, often casually.
