Meaning
合唱 refers to multiple people singing together in harmony, typically in an organized group. It can describe both the act of choral singing and the group itself (a choir). The word combines the character for 'together/join' with the character for 'sing', making its meaning transparent.
Usage
Commonly used in contexts involving music performances, school activities, and formal concerts. Can be used as a noun (the choir/chorus itself) or as a verb (to sing together). Often appears in phrases like 合唱团 (choir group) or 大合唱 (mass chorus). More formal than casual group singing.
Examples
- 01我们学校的合唱团在比赛中获得了第一名。.Our school's choir won first place in the competition.
- 02今晚音乐厅有一场大合唱演出。.There's a large chorus performance at the concert hall tonight.
Characters
Measure words
- 场一场合唱演出
- 个一个合唱团
Common collocations
- 合唱团choir, chorus group
- 大合唱mass chorus, large choir performance
- 合唱比赛choir competition
- 混声合唱mixed chorus
Antonyms
Origin
The word combines 合 (together) with 唱 (to sing), directly conveying the concept of singing together. This is a modern compound that clearly expresses its meaning through its component parts.