kantor
kantór with stress marks
male singer; male cantor
Usage Note
Kantor comes from Spanish cantor and historically refers to a male church singer or choir member, particularly in Catholic parishes. In rural Philippines, the kantor leads congregational singing during Mass and feast-day celebrations, a role that remains culturally significant; kantora is the corresponding term for a female singer.
Examples
" Magaling kumanta ang kantor. "
Natural Translation
The cantor sings well.
Literal Translation
Good to-sing the cantor.
" Ang kantor ng simbahan ay may napakagandang tinig. "
Natural Translation
The church singer has a very beautiful voice.
Literal Translation
The singer of-the church has very-beautiful voice.
" Bago magsimula ang Misa, inihahanda ng kantor ang mga awitin na aawitin ng buong kongregasyon. "
Natural Translation
Before the Mass begins, the cantor prepares the songs that the whole congregation will sing.
Literal Translation
Before begin the Mass, being-prepared by-the cantor the songs that will-be-sung by-the whole congregation.
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