singsong
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈsɪŋsɔŋ/
KK: /ˈsɪŋsɔŋ/
adjective
Definition
Describing a way of speaking or singing that has a repetitive and rhythmic quality, often sounding cheerful or musical.
Example
The teacher used a singsong voice to keep the children's attention during story time.
Conversation
Have you heard her new song?
Yeah, it's got that singsong quality that makes it catchy.
I agree, but sometimes it feels a bit repetitive with that singsong style.
True, it can get monotonous after a while.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
monotonous
rhythmic
melodic
Antonyms
discordant
harsh
jarring
noun
Definition
A style of speaking or singing that has a regular rhythm and often sounds repetitive or monotonous.
Example
The children sang in a singsong voice during the game.
Conversation
Have you heard her new song?
Yeah, it has such a catchy singsong quality to it.
I love how it stays in your head after you listen to it.
Root Explanation
Singsong → The word is formed from "sing" (from Old English "singan", meaning to produce musical sounds with the voice) and "song" (from Old English "sang", meaning a musical composition). The term "singsong" refers to a style of singing that is simple and repetitive, often resembling a chant or nursery rhyme.
Memory Tip
Think of producing musical sounds ('sing') combined with a musical composition ('song') — this helps you remember that 'singsong' describes a simple, repetitive style of singing.
Visually Confused Words
sinsion
ingoing