SPRECHSTIMME

sprechgesang, sprechstimme

(noun) a style of dramatic vocalization between singing and speaking

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

Sprechstimme (uncountable)

A dramatic vocal style midway between speaking and singing.

Synonyms

• Sprechgesang

Source: Wiktionary



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