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meistersinger

Pronunciation: [maɪstərˌzɪŋɡər]

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Learn how to use meistersinger in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “music”

(noun) a Meistersinger is a master singer, especially one from the towns of Germany during the 15th to 16th centuries. They were part of a guild who composed and performed their own music.

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Hans was known as a great Meistersinger in his town, admired for his beautiful songs.

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There weren't many Meistersingers left in the area, as most had disappeared over time.

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Do you know any famous Meistersingers from history?

Context: “opera”

(noun) the name of an opera by Richard Wagner that tells the story of a Meistersinger who competes in a singing contest. It's set in 16th-century Nuremberg, Germany.

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Last night, we watched Wagner's Meistersinger, and the music was absolutely stunning.

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The audience didn't enjoy the Meistersinger as much as the other operas performed that season.

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Have you ever seen the opera Meistersinger by Wagner?

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Pronunciation: [maɪstərˌzɪŋɡər]

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