Sing

Definition

The word "sing" refers to producing musical sounds with the voice, typically with a specific pitch and rhythm (verb), or the act of vocalizing in a melodious way (noun).

Parts of Speech

• Verb
• Noun (rare usage)

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /sɪŋ/
• Respelling: SING

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /sɪŋ/
• Respelling: SING

Etymology

The word "sing" originates from Old English "singan," meaning "to chant, sing, celebrate," derived from Proto-Germanic "*singwanan" and related to the Old Norse "syngva" and German "singen." Its roots are connected to the Proto-Indo-European root "*sengwh-," meaning "to sing or make sound."

Derivatives

• Singer (noun)
• Singing (noun/verb)
• Song (noun)
• Singable (adjective)
• Sing-song (noun/adjective)

Synonyms

• Chant
• Harmonize
• Warble

Antonyms

• Silence
• Mute
• Quiet

Usage

The word "sing" is commonly used to describe vocal performance, whether in music, celebration, or communication. Example: "She loves to sing in the choir every Sunday."

Related Terms

• Music: The art or science of combining vocal or instrumental sounds.
• Melody: A sequence of notes that is musically satisfying.
• Choral: Related to singing performed by a choir.

Detailed Definitions

Verb

• To produce musical sounds with the voice: Refers to the act of vocalizing melodiously.
  • Example: "The bird sings beautifully every morning."
• To perform songs or melodies vocally: Indicates singing as part of a performance or expression.
  • Example: "She sang the national anthem at the event."
• To vocalize in a rhythmic or expressive manner: Often used metaphorically for expressing emotions or joy.
  • Example: "His heart sang with happiness."

Noun (rare usage)

• The act of singing: Refers to the process or result of vocalizing melodies.
  • Example: "Her sing was the highlight of the evening."