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    Choeur (en. Choir)

    /kœʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A musical formation made up of a group of singers.
    The church choir sings during ceremonies.
    Le choeur de l'église chante lors des cérémonies.
    A part of a song, often repeated, sung by a group.
    The chorus of this song is very catchy.
    Le choeur de cette chanson est très entraînant.
    The ensemble of male or female voices in a musical work.
    The men's choir impressed the audience.
    Le choeur d'hommes a impressionné le public.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'chorus', from the Greek 'khoros'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    children's choir
    A group of young singers.
    choeur d'enfants
    men's choir
    A group of male singers.
    choeur d'hommes
    lyrical choir
    A choir specialized in lyrical works.
    choeur lyrique

    Related Words

    choir
    A group of singers who often perform together.
    chorale
    song
    The art of producing musical sounds with the voice.
    chant
    music
    The art of combining sounds in a harmonious way.
    musique

    Slang Meanings

    Singing in a group
    They decided to form a choir for their friend's birthday.
    Ils ont décidé de faire un choeur pour l'anniversaire de leur ami.
    Joining in a collective activity
    Everyone in the office sang in unison to support the project.
    Tout le monde dans le bureau a fait choeur pour soutenir le projet.