Spanish Conversation · Level 74
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Spanish word
coro
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈkoɾo/
Meaning
- masculine nounchoir
Example
Mi hermana canta en el coro de la iglesia.
My sister sings in the church choir.
More examples
El coro escolar ganó el primer premio en el concurso.
The school choir won first prize in the competition.
Core concept
A group of singers who perform together.
Common phrases
coro de la iglesia
church choir
coro escolar
school choir
coro infantil
children's choir
Similar words
coral: Sings in a formally organized choir that rehearses and performs regularly for the community.
orquesta: Performs instrumental music with strings, winds, and percussion under a conductor.
conjunto: Plays as a small band focused on a specific popular or regional music style.
ensamble: Performs as a small, flexible group of musicians concentrating on tight ensemble playing.
Definition in Spanish
Conjunto de personas que cantan juntas de forma organizada; por extensión, también la parte repetida de una canción (estribillo).
Word origin
From Latin chorus and Greek khoros meaning a band of singers or dancers, originally a communal ensemble of performers.
Usage tips
- In Spanish coro usually refers to a singing ensemble, but in popular music it can also mean the repeated chorus of a song, so estribillo often clarifies the refrain.