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Acapella: meaning, definitions and examples

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acapella

[ ˌɑː.kəˈpel.ə ]

Noun

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music

Acapella refers to singing without instrumental accompaniment. It is often performed by a group of singers using only their voices to create harmonies and melodies.

Synonyms

unaccompanied singing, vocal music.

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Word	Description / Examples
acapella	Used to describe the performance of a song or piece of music without any instrumental accompaniment. Often used in both casual and formal settings. The choir sang acapella, impressing everyone with their vocal harmony. She prefers to perform acapella because it showcases her vocal skills.

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acapella

Used to describe the performance of a song or piece of music without any instrumental accompaniment. Often used in both casual and formal settings.

The choir sang acapella, impressing everyone with their vocal harmony.
She prefers to perform acapella because it showcases her vocal skills.

Examples of usage

Many a capella groups compete in singing competitions.
She sang acapella at the talent show and wowed the audience.

Translations

Translations of the word "acapella" in other languages:

🇵🇹 a capella

🇮🇳 अकेले गाना

🇩🇪 a cappella

🇮🇩 a cappella

🇺🇦 акапела

🇵🇱 a cappella

🇯🇵 アカペラ

🇫🇷 a cappella

🇪🇸 a capella

🇹🇷 a capella

🇰🇷 아카펠라

🇸🇦 أكابيلا

🇨🇿 a cappella

🇸🇰 a cappella

🇨🇳 无伴奏合唱

🇸🇮 a cappella

🇮🇸 a cappella

🇰🇿 акапелла

🇬🇪 აკაპელა

🇦🇿 a capella

🇲🇽 a capella

Etymology

The term 'acapella' originates from the Italian phrase 'a capella', which means 'in the manner of the chapel'. It was originally used in reference to singing in the style of church choir music, where no instruments were used. Over time, it has evolved to encompass a wide range of vocal music styles performed without instrumental accompaniment.