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10 Language-to-English DictionariesCrooner
/ˈkruː.nər/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A singer, especially a male singer, who performs sentimental songs in a soft, smooth style.
"Frank Sinatra is often regarded as one of the greatest crooners of all time." - 2
A performer who uses a soft, intimate singing style, often associated with jazz or pop music.
"The crooner's gentle voice captivated the audience during the live performance."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'crooner' originated in the early 20th century, derived from the verb 'croon', which means to sing softly or hum. It is believed to have roots in the Scottish word 'croon', meaning to sing in a low, soft voice, and became popular with the advent of radio and recording technology, particularly associated with male vocalists who sang romantic ballads.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Crooner" is said worldwide
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Chanteur
Transliteration: ʃɑ̃tœʁ
"Le crooner a charmé le public avec sa voix douce."
Sänger
Transliteration: ˈzɛŋɐ
"Der Crooner verzauberte das Publikum mit seiner sanften Stimme."
Cantante
Transliteration: kanˈtante
"Il crooner ha incantato il pubblico con la sua voce melodiosa."
Cantante
Transliteration: kanˈtante
"El crooner cautivó a la audiencia con su voz suave."
Cantor
Transliteration: kɐ̃ˈtoʁ
"O crooner encantou o público com sua voz suave."
गायक
Transliteration: gāyak
"क्रूनेर ने अपनी मधुर आवाज़ से दर्शकों को मंत्रमुग्ध कर दिया।"
歌手
Transliteration: gēshǒu
"这位歌手用他柔和的声音吸引了观众。"
가수
Transliteration: gasu
"그 크루너는 부드러운 목소리로 관객을 매료시켰다."
歌手
Transliteration: kashu
"そのクルーナーは柔らかい声で観客を魅了した。"
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