Meaning of Contralto | Babel Free
kɒnˈtɹæltəʊDefinitions
The lowest female voice or voice part, falling between tenor and mezzo-soprano. The terms contralto and alto refer to the same musical pitch range, but among singers, the term contralto is reserved for female singers; the equivalent male form is counter-tenor. Originally the contratenor altus was a high countermelody sung against the tenor or main melody.
Equivalents
Examples
“As for her dress, it was invariably rich, effective, and chic, yet in good taste⟳. Lastly, her feet and hands were astonishing, and her voice a deep contralto.”
“Out in the yard a womanʼs hoarse contralto intoned a hymn.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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