(がっしょうだん)

がっしょうだん
noun
choir; chorus group
musicsociety
1. choir; chorus group
An organized group of singers who perform together, typically in parts (soprano, alto, tenor, bass). Found in schools, communities, churches, and professional settings.
学校(がっこう)合唱団(がっしょうだん)(はい)った
I joined the school choir.
The choir members practice every Saturday.
The local choir showcased beautiful harmonies at the Christmas concert.

Usage

合唱団(がっしょうだん) combines 合唱(がっしょう) (chorus, singing together) + (だん) (group). School choirs are very common in Japan, and many schools participate in 合唱(がっしょう)コンクール (chorus competitions).

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