ponselle

Thân thiện

Rosa Ponselle sings an aria on the grand opera stage.

Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A surname of a notable American soprano: Specifically refers to Rosa Ponselle, an acclaimed United States operatic soprano active in the early 20th century.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The recording features the legendary Ponselle. (This refers to the singer Rosa Ponselle.)
  • Her technique is often compared to that of Ponselle. (Here, 'Ponselle' is used as a benchmark for vocal excellence.)

Advanced Usage

• The name is primarily used in historical and musical contexts to refer specifically to the singer Rosa Ponselle. It is not commonly used generically.
  • Scholars study the Ponselle legacy in American opera. (Referring to the impact and history associated with Rosa Ponselle.)

Variants and Related Words

• Ponselle, Rosa: The full name of the individual.
• Soprano: The vocal category to which she belonged.

Synonyms

• Rosa Ponselle: The full name is a direct synonym.
• The soprano: A descriptive synonym when the context is clear.

Related Phrases

• A voice like Ponselle's: An idiomatic phrase used to describe a soprano voice of exceptional power, richness, and technical mastery.
  • The young singer was praised for having a voice like Ponselle's.

Học thuật

Noun

1. United States soprano (1897-1981)

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Ponselle
• Rosa Ponselle
• Rosa Melba Ponselle