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Singing

UK /["/ˈsɪŋɪŋ/"]/US /["/ˈsɪŋɪŋ/"]/

Definition

the activity of making musical sounds with your voice

In simple words: Making musical sounds with your voice.

Examples

Singing makes me feel happy.
She has a talent for singing in different languages.
The group of children started singing their favorite songs.
He enjoys singing in the shower every morning.
Singing can be a great way to express your feelings.
The choir is known for its beautiful singing during the concert.
We will be singing together at the school event.
I love singing along to my favorite music.

Usage notes

Commonly used in both casual and formal contexts. Use 'singing' for enjoyable activities, but avoid in serious discussions unless related to music. Suitable for most social gatherings.

Grammar pattern

sing + object

Memory hint

Think of a bird singing happily in a tree.

Collocations

beautiful
fine
good
lead
accompany
be good at
career
lesson
teacher

Synonyms

chanting
crooning
melody-making
vocalizing
warbling

Antonyms

silence
mutism
quiet

Common mistakes

Confusing 'singing' with 'sang' (past tense)
Using 'singing' as a noun without the verb (correct is 'I love singing')
Omitting the 'g' when using informal speech (saying 'sing' instead of 'singing')