Solista (en. Soloist)

/soˈlista/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An artist or musician who performs solo.
She is the soloist in this concert.
Siya ang solista sa concert na ito.
An individual whose main role is to give a performance alone.
The soloist gave a remarkable performance.
Ang solista ay nagbigay ng kamangha-manghang pagtatanghal.
A person who performs in a musical, theatrical, or operatic context.
The soloist is known for her extraordinary voice.
Ang solista ay nakilala sa kanyang pambihirang tinig.

Etymology

From the Spanish word 'solista' meaning a soloist.

Common Phrases and Expressions

soloist of the year
An award for the best solo performer of the year.
solista ng taon
training as a soloist
The process of preparing and improving solo performance skills.
pagsasanay bilang solista

Related Words

orchestra
A group of musicians playing various instruments alongside the soloist.
orkestra
duet
A performance done by two performers, opposite of a soloist.
dueto

Slang Meanings

solo performer or artist who has no companions
Wow, Kim is really great, she's definitely a soloist at the concert!
Grabe, ang galing ni Kim, talagang solista siya sa concert!
a person who loves attention or the spotlight
I don't get why she's always there, like a soloist in life!
Di ko gets bakit siya lagi nandiyan, parang solista sa buhay!
an independent person who does not rely on others
She's a soloist, she can do everything by herself.
Solista siya, kaya niyang gawin lahat mag-isa.