Cantor (en. Singer)

/kanˈtoɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Singer of religious music who directs or guides the singing in ceremonies.
The cantor performed the piece during the mass.
El cantor interpretó la pieza durante la misa.
Artist who sings in a musical group.
The band's singer always has great energy on stage.
El cantor de la banda siempre tiene una gran energía en el escenario.

Etymology

From Latin 'cantor', which means 'singer'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

church cantor
Singer who leads the singing in religious ceremonies.
cantor de iglesia
folk singer
Singer who performs popular music.
cantor popular

Related Words

singing
Act of singing.
canto
song
Musical composition written to be sung.
canción
singer
Person who sings.
cantante

Slang Meanings

Bar or tavern singer.
The tavern singer always brings good music.
El cantor de la cantina siempre trae buena música.
People who sing at parties or gatherings.
The inn had a singer who livened up the celebration.
La posada tuvo un cantor que animó la celebración.