Baritono (en. Baritone)

/bɑːrɪˈtoʊnoʊ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of voice that is lower than tenor and higher than bass.
He is a baritone who excels in singing solos.
Siya ay isang baritono na mahusay sa pag-awit ng mga solo.
A voice often used in classical opera.
His baritone is suitable for national songs.
Ang kanyang baritono ay angkop para sa mga pambansang awitin.
Sometimes refers to a musical piece featuring such a voice.
The baritone plays an important role in choirs.
Ang baritono ay may mahalagang papel sa mga choirs.

Etymology

From Italian 'baritono', derived from Greek 'barus' meaning 'heavy'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

baritone of the opera
A baritone referring to characters or songs in opera.
baritono ng opera

Related Words

tenor
A type of voice that is higher than baritone.
tenor
bass
A type of voice that is lower than baritone.
bass

Slang Meanings

Twangy voice or singing style
His voice is so baritone that everyone was captivated by his performance.
Sobrang baritono ng boses niya, kaya nabighani ang lahat sa kanyang performance.
A term for guys who are big-bodied and have a deep voice
He was a baritone on the basketball court, he’s so big!
Naka-baritono siya sa basketball court, ang laki ng katawan niya!
Expressing a deeper or heavier opinion
What he said was baritone on the issue, it woke everyone up.
Baritono ang sinabi niya sa isyu, pampagising sa lahat.