Definition

A type of female singing voice that is lower than a soprano and higher than an alto.

Example

She has a beautiful mezzo voice that captivates the audience.

Conversation

I heard that she has a beautiful mezzo voice.

Really? I love when mezzo-sopranos perform.

Yeah, they have such a unique sound.

Absolutely! It adds a nice depth to the music.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Mezzo comes from Italian 'mezzo', meaning half or middle. It is derived from Latin 'medius', which also means middle. The word 'mezzo' refers to something that is in the middle or halfway.

Memory Tip

Think of 'mezzo' as representing something that is 'halfway' or 'in the middle', just like its Italian origin suggests.

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