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Choir vs. Chorus

Choir

/kwaɪə/

A group of people who sing together, especially in a church or school.

Examples:

She sings in the school choir.The choir performed beautifully at the concert.

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This word has no antonyms

Chorus

/ˈkɔːrəs/

A part of a song or poem repeated after each verse, often performed by a group, or the group that sings it.

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Ways to tell them apart:

A choir is a group of singers, while a chorus can refer to a repeated section of a song or a group of performers.
The term choir is often used in religious or formal settings, whereas chorus can be used in both musical and theatrical contexts.
If youre talking about a church or school singing group, its typically called a choir.
A chorus can also be a part of a song that is repeated and is often the most memorable part.
Remember a choir often stands in distinct positions, while chorus could imply a blending of voices in a song.

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