Word
songwriter
Phoneticssong·writ·er, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈsɔŋˌɹaɪtɝ/
UK/sˈɒŋɹaɪtɐ/
Countable noun
Definition
n. a person who writes the words or the music for songs. You can be a songwriter even if you do not sing the songs yourself.
n. a person who composes the lyrics, the musical melodies, or both for popular songs. Often distinguished from a composer, who typically writes instrumental music or works in a classical tradition.
Examples
“She is a famous songwriter who writes hits for many pop stars.”
“The young songwriter spent every evening in the studio refining the lyrics for her debut album.”
“While many performers are celebrated for their stage presence, the songwriter remains the architect of the emotional resonance that allows a melody to endure across generations.”
Examples
simple
“She is a famous songwriter who writes hits for many pop stars.”
contextual
“The young songwriter spent every evening in the studio refining the lyrics for her debut album.”
complex
“While many performers are celebrated for their stage presence, the songwriter remains the architect of the emotional resonance that allows a melody to endure across generations.”
Usage
Often used as a compound noun; frequently paired with 'prolific', 'talented', or 'aspiring'.
Etymology
From song + writer.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
NOUN
Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A2 KeyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.3.0–4.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 2.0–2.524–43TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.225–549
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- A2 · Elementary
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