voz aguda
1. A voice with a higher pitch or frequency, typically produced by vocal cords vibrating at a faster rate
The soprano singer had a beautiful high voice that could reach the top notes of the opera.
A soprano tinha uma voz aguda linda que conseguia alcançar as notas mais altas da ópera.
2. In music, the vocal range of soprano or treble singers
Children often have high voices before their voices change during puberty.
Crianças geralmente têm vozes agudas antes de suas vozes mudarem durante a puberdade.
3. A voice characterized by elevated tone or pitch in speech
She spoke in a high voice when she was nervous or excited.
Ela falava em voz aguda quando estava nervosa ou animada.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, high voices are often associated with soprano singers in classical music traditions. In Brazil, the term 'voz aguda' is commonly used in musical education and formal speech contexts. In American English, high voices are frequently referenced in music, medical, and everyday speech contexts. The perception of high voices can vary culturally—in some contexts they may be associated with femininity, youth, or lack of authority, though these associations are increasingly challenged.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to speak in a high voice - falar em voz aguda
high voice soprano - soprano de voz aguda
pitched high - com tom elevado
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