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“singer-songwriter” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/kantauˈtoɾ/

Example

¿Conoces a algún cantautor local?

Do you know any local singer-songwriters?

Illustration for cantautor (singer-songwriter)

How to say “singer-songwriter” in Spanish

“Singer-songwriter” in Spanish is cantautor.

Performer who writes their own lyrics and music.

Full entry for cantautor: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with cantautor

El cantautor debutante presentó su primer álbum anoche.

The debuting singer-songwriter presented his first album last night.

Tips for using cantautor

  • Commonly used for popular or folk musicians who write and perform their songs, not usually for classical composers or performers who only interpret others' works.

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