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chanter

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈʧæntər/

KK: /ˈʧæntər/

noun
Definition

A person who sings or chants, often in a religious or ceremonial context.


Example

The chanter led the choir during the service.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you hear that new chanter at the concert last night?
Sloth B
Yeah, they were amazing! I loved how powerful their voice sounded.
Sloth A
I know! It really added a special touch to the performance.
Sloth B
Absolutely, a great chanter can make all the difference in the music.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
singer
vocalist
chantor
Antonyms
listener
audience
non-singer
Root Explanation

**Chanter** → The word 'chanter' comes from Old French 'chanter', meaning to sing. It is derived from the Latin 'cantare', which also means to sing. The word 'chanter' refers to someone who sings, particularly in a formal or liturgical context.

Memory Tip

Imagine someone 'singing' ('chanter') in a choir or during a ceremony — that's why 'chanter' means a person who sings.

Visually Confused Words
canter
enchanter
haunter
chunter
cheater
chatter
charter
chapter
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