Pronunciation: /ˈbæsoʊ/
noun a deep or low-pitched musical voice or instrument
A1 The basso in the choir has a deep voice.
A2 I prefer listening to music with a strong basso line.
B1 The opera singer was known for his powerful basso vocals.
B2 The basso profondo sang the low notes with great resonance.
C1 The basso continuo provided a solid foundation for the orchestra.
C2 The basso cantante's performance was both powerful and emotional.
adjective relating to or having a bass voice or sound
A1 The basso voice of the opera singer resonated throughout the theater.
A2 The basso notes of the tuba added depth to the orchestra's performance.
B1 She preferred the rich, basso tones of the cello over the higher pitches of the violin.
B2 The basso profundo singer's voice was so powerful, it could be heard over the entire choir.
C1 The basso saxophone player was known for his smooth, velvety sound.
C2 The basso continuo provided a solid foundation for the rest of the ensemble to build upon.
formal The basso voice of the opera singer resonated throughout the theater.
informal I love listening to that guy with the deep basso voice on the radio.
slang That basso dude has the sickest voice, bro.
figurative The basso rumble of the thunder echoed through the valley.
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