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    Canta (en. Sings)

    /ˈkan.ta/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    The action of producing music vocally.
    She sings in the church choir.
    Ella canta en el coro de la iglesia.
    To express feelings or tell stories through music.
    The singer-songwriter sings about love and freedom.
    El cantautor canta sobre el amor y la libertad.
    To emit melodious sounds.
    The birds sing at dawn.
    Los pájaros cantan al amanecer.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'cantare', which means to sing.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sings like an angel
    It is said about someone who has a very beautiful voice.
    canta como un ángel
    sings in the shower
    It refers to singing in an uninhibited way, generally in private.
    canta en la ducha
    sing and don't cry
    Expression that suggests one should be happy and not lament.
    canta y no llores

    Related Words

    song
    A musical composition that is sung.
    canción
    singer
    A person who sings.
    cantante
    to sing
    A verb that describes the action of singing.
    cantar

    Slang Meanings

    To sing loudly
    He sings loudly when he is very excited.
    Él canta a gritos cuando está muy emocionado.
    To sing sincerely
    She sings sincerely when she plays the guitar.
    Ella canta de corazón cuando le toca la guitarra.