jazz singer

jazz sing·er

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [jaz sing-er]
- /dʒæz ˈsɪŋ ər/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [jaz sing-er]
- /dʒæz ˈsɪŋ ər/

Definitions of jazz singer words

noun jazz singer a singer whose vocal technique is similar to that of a musical instrument, and whose singing has a strong jazz feeling, chiefly imparted through phrasing, melodic improvisation, and rhythmic subtlety. 1
noun jazz singer vocalist who sings jazz music 1

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Origin of jazz singer

First appearance:

before 1925

One of the 11% newest English words

First recorded in 1925-30

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Parts of speech for Jazz singer

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jazz singer popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 36% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 61% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

jazz singer usage trend in Literature

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