Baritone Meaning in English

word

US

ˈbɛɹəˌtoʊn

BAIR-uh-tohn

UK

bˈæɹɪtˌəʊn

BA-rit-ohn

Definition

A baritone is a male singing voice with a range between bass and tenor, or a singer who has this voice. It can also refer to the musical part written for this voice.

Usage & Nuances

Common in classical, opera, and choral music. Not used for female voices. In casual speech, may also describe a person with a deep, rich speaking voice. Different from 'bass' (deeper) and 'tenor' (higher).

• Spanish: barítono
• Portuguese (BR): barítono
• Portuguese (PT): barítono
• Chinese (Simplified): 男中音
• Chinese (Traditional): 男中音
• Hindi: बारिटोन
• Arabic: باريتون
• Bengali: বারিটোন
• Russian: баритон
• Japanese: バリトン
• Vietnamese: baritone - giọng nam trung
• Korean: 바리톤
• Turkish: bariton
• Urdu: بارٹون
• Indonesian: bariton

Example Sentences

He has a baritone voice.

basic

The choir needs a new baritone.

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His father was a famous baritone in Italy.

basic

He sang the baritone part beautifully in the opera.

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His deep baritone made everyone listen to him instantly.

natural

Not every guy with a low voice is a baritone—some are basses.

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