Synonyms for

Sing

Verb / sɪŋ / Another word for sing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to produce musical sounds with the voice

Synonyms & similar words

peach blab whistle babble tattle blabout keepquiet babbleout talk letthecatoutofthebag spillthebeans chant croon warble carol trill serenade vocalize yodel chorus hum lilt pipe quaver troll tune twitter whistle belt choralize

Synonyms by register

Formal

vocalize chant recite

Informal

belt out croon warble

Literary

trill serenade

Antonyms

be quiet silence mute whisper mumble

Common collocations

  • sing a song
  • sing in harmony
  • sing along
  • sing praises
  • sing out loud
  • sing a tune
  • sing the blues

Word family

noun song
verb sing
adjective singable

Usage note

While 'sing' can refer to producing musical sounds with the voice, it can also be used figuratively to describe speaking or reciting something, often with enthusiasm or in a loud voice.

Example sentences

  1. I like to sing in the car.
  2. She sings in the school choir.
  3. He sang a song for his grandma.
  4. The birds are singing in the trees.
  5. Let's all sing Happy Birthday to him!

Quotes

  • All I can do is write songs, sing and play guitar. - Ed Sheeran
  • I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination. - Jimmy Dean
  • I think music in itself is healing. It's an explosive expression of humanity. It's something we are all touched by. No matter what culture we're from, everyone loves music. - Billy Joel

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