coro: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Rare/LowSpecialist/Technical (music/entertainment)
Quick answer
What does “coro” mean?
A male singer, especially in a choir or vocal group (e.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
A male singer, especially in a choir or vocal group (e.g., a tenor).
A term used in the entertainment industry to refer to a male singer, or to a small group of male backing vocalists; also, in Spanish, a choir or chorus.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant difference in meaning. It is equally rare and specialised in both varieties.
Connotations
The term has European (Italian/Spanish) connotations and is used in contexts influenced by classical music or certain entertainment industries.
Frequency
Extremely low frequency in both dialects, with usage almost entirely confined to specific music and performing arts circles.
Grammar
How to Use “coro” in a Sentence
The [ADJ] coro performed the solo.She hired a coro for the [NOUN].Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “coro” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- (No standard verb form in use)
American English
- (No standard verb form in use)
adverb
British English
- (No standard adverb form in use)
American English
- (No standard adverb form in use)
adjective
British English
- (No standard adjective form in use)
American English
- (No standard adjective form in use)
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Unused in general business contexts. Might appear in contracts for performing artists.
Academic
Rarely used, except in specialised musicology papers discussing Italian/Spanish vocal traditions.
Everyday
Virtually never used. An everyday speaker would say 'singer' or 'tenor'.
Technical
Used in specific music industry jargon (e.g., casting calls, orchestration notes, programme credits) to denote a type of male singer.
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “coro”
- Using 'coro' as a general word for any singer.
- Mispronouncing it as /kəˈrəʊ/.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is a rare and specialised term used primarily in professional music and performing arts contexts.
In English, it is not standard. While 'coro' means 'choir' in Spanish and Italian, in English it is mainly used to refer to a male singer. Use 'choir' or 'chorus' for the group.
A 'tenor' is a specific vocal range. A 'coro' is a role or job title for a male singer, often (but not exclusively) one who sings in that range within a choir or backing group.
The vowel sound differs slightly: UK /ɒ/ as in 'lot', US /ɔː/ as in 'caught'. The final 'o' is pronounced /əʊ/ in both.
A male singer, especially in a choir or vocal group (e.
Coro is usually specialist/technical (music/entertainment) in register.
Coro: in British English it is pronounced /ˈkɒrəʊ/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈkɔːroʊ/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “No established idioms in English for this rare word.”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of COROna: the lead singer stands out like the 'crown' of the choir.
Conceptual Metaphor
A VOCAL INSTRUMENT (a coro is a specialised human instrument producing music).
Practice
Quiz
In which context would the word 'coro' be most appropriately used?