composer in English
- composer⇄composer, noun.
1. a writer of music.
Ex. Early composers usually performed their own music (Grant Fletcher).
2. a person or thing that composes.
3. an author.
composer in Kashmiri कॉशुर
composer in Sindhi سنڌي
composer in Tamil தமிழ்
composer in Telugu తెలుగు
Composer
Part of Speech
Noun
Pronunciation
UK: /kəmˈpəʊ.zər/ | US: /kəmˈpoʊ.zɚ/
Definitions
- A person who writes music, especially as a professional occupation.
- A person who arranges or creates literary, artistic, or technical works.
- Someone who brings elements together in a structured way.
Usage Examples
- "Mozart was a prolific composer of classical music."
- "The composer of the software program added new features."
- "She is a famous film composer known for her unique style."
Etymology
From Latin componere meaning "to put together," through Old French composere and Middle English composour.
Synonyms
- Songwriter
- Musician
- Arranger
- Creator
- Author
Antonyms
- Listener
- Performer
- Consumer
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Compositor | /kom.po.siˈtor/ |
| French | Compositeur | /kɔ̃.pɔ.zi.tœʁ/ |
| German | Komponist | /kɔm.poˈnɪst/ |
| Hindi | संगीतकार | /saṅgītkār/ |
| Chinese | 作曲家 | /zuòqǔjiā/ |
| Japanese | 作曲家 | /sakkokuka/ |
| Russian | Композитор | /kəm.pɐˈzʲitər/ |
| Arabic | ملحن | /mulaḥḥin/ |
| Tamil | இசையமைப்பாளர் | /isai amaippāḷar/ |
| Bengali | সংগীতকার | /shongitkar/ |
| Kannada | ಸಂಗೀತಗಾರ | /sangeetagāra/ |
| Marathi | संगीतकार | /sangeetkaar/ |
| Telugu | సంగీతకారుడు | /sangeetakāruḍu/ |
| Punjabi | ਸੰਗੀਤਕਾਰ | /sangeetkaar/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
British English uses a softer 'r' sound at the end, whereas American English pronounces it with a stronger 'r' sound.
Historical Usage
The word "composer" has been in use since the 16th century, originally referring to a literary or artistic creator before becoming closely associated with music.
Cultural Nuances
In Western music, composers are often revered figures whose works are studied and performed for centuries. In other traditions, composition may be more fluid and oral.
More Information
Composers play a crucial role in shaping the music industry. From classical composers like Beethoven to modern film score composers, their influence is immense.