(かしょう)

かしょう
noun, suru verb
singing, vocal performance
1. singing, vocal performance
The act of singing, especially in a formal or professional context. Used for performances, recitals, and the technical skill of singing rather than casual singing.
歌唱力(かしょうりょく)がある。
To have singing ability.
彼女(かのじょ)歌唱(かしょう)観客(かんきゃく)感動(かんどう)させた。
Her singing moved the audience.
国歌(こっか)斉唱(せいしょう)()で、(かれ)堂々(どうどう)とした歌唱(かしょう)披露(ひろう)した。
At the national anthem ceremony, he delivered a commanding vocal performance.

ETYMOLOGY:
() (song, to sing) + (しょう) (to chant, to recite). Both characters relate to vocal production.

USAGE:
A formal term used in music criticism, competitions, and professional contexts. For casual singing (e.g., karaoke), (うた)う is more natural. 歌唱(かしょう) emphasizes the technical and artistic aspect of singing.

COMMON COLLOCATIONS:

  • 歌唱力(かしょうりょく): singing ability, vocal prowess
  • 歌唱(かしょう)披露(ひろう)する: to give a vocal performance
  • 歌唱(かしょう)指導(しどう): vocal coaching
  • 歌唱(かしょう)技術(ぎじゅつ): vocal technique
  • 歌唱(かしょう)する: to sing (formal)

SIMILAR WORDS:

  • (うた)う: to sing (everyday, general)
  • 合唱(がっしょう): chorus, singing in unison

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