Phrase guide

can belto

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A vocal performance that is impressively powerful, but lacking in subtlety, nuance, and technical skill.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: humorous, uncountable

Qualifier: singing

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History

Etymology

can + belt (verb), modified to resemble bel canto