English Explanatory Dictionary

bel canto

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An elegant style of singing characterized by beautiful tone and an effortless technique.

Pronunciation

/ˌbɛlˈkæntəʊ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-bel canto.wav

Word forms

bel canto

Etymology

Borrowed from Italian bel canto (literally “beautiful singing”).

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