Cantores (en. Singers)
/kanˈtoɾes/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
People who are dedicated to singing, especially in a formal musical context.
The choir singers offered a beautiful recital.
Los cantores del coro ofrecieron un hermoso recital.
Members of a vocal group who perform songs.
The folk group singers filled the square with their melodies.
Los cantores del grupo folclórico llenaron la plaza con sus melodías.
Musicians who perform songs, often at religious ceremonies.
The church singers enlivened the celebration with their songs.
Los cantores de la iglesia animaron la celebración con sus cantos.
Etymology
From Latin 'cantor', which means 'the one who sings'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to sing like a singer
To sing beautifully or with great skill.
cantar como un cantor
outdoor singers
Refers to performances by singers in open spaces.
cantores al aire libre
to be a good singer
To have a pleasant voice and skill in singing.
ser un buen cantor
Related Words
song
Action of singing or vocal music.
canto
melody
Sequence of notes that produce pleasing music.
melodía
choral
Related to a choir or group of singers.
coral
Slang Meanings
To sing in an exaggerated manner or with enthusiasm.
At the party, they started to 'sing up a storm,' putting on a show on the stage.
En la fiesta se pusieron a 'cantorear', haciendo show en la tarima.
Referring to singers in a mocking tone.
That group of 'singers' doesn't stop making noise on the street.
Ese grupo de 'cantores' no para de hacer ruido por la calle.