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vibrato

(internet slang, humorous) Distorted by editing a sound so it becomes more wobbled, usually for humorous purposes.

vɪˈbɹɑːtoʊDocumented since 2010s2010sGen ZCurrent161 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026+ Add a definition
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Born ~2010 · 1 year of recorded use
2010Born2026: 1 citationToday, 2026

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#1·Apr 26, 2026

(internet slang, humorous) Distorted by editing a sound so it becomes more wobbled, usually for humorous purposes.

For parents

Vibrato means: Distorted by editing a sound so it becomes more wobbled, usually for humorous purposes.. It is internet-era slang, commonly seen on TikTok, Discord, Reddit or X. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour. If your teen uses it, context will usually make the intent clear. A short, curious question about where they heard it is usually all that is needed to know whether to follow up.

For ESL learners

vibrato means: Distorted by editing a sound so it becomes more wobbled, usually for humorous purposes.. Register: very informal, internet slang. Suitable only for casual conversation, chat and social media. Do not use in business, academic or news writing. A common learner mistake is using the word in a register it does not fit, or assuming a single global meaning; native speakers immediately notice when slang appears in formal contexts, so always check the surrounding register before producing it yourself.

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#2·Apr 26, 2026

(music) The musical effect or technique where the pitch or frequency of a note or sound is quickly and repeatedly raised and lowered over a small distance for the duration of that note or sound.

He felt his teeth methodically, one after the other, with a vibrato movement of finger and thumb.
Origin: Borrowed from , past participle of to vibrate. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Cluster: food_drink
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  • “19. too many favorite songs to list, so I'll go with Greensleeves. it's been a solid fave throughout my entire life. ideally, a simple baroque arrangement sung by a soprano with a youthful tone with very little to no vibrato”

    — Bluesky· May 2026
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Vibrato means: Distorted by editing a sound so it becomes more wobbled, usually for humorous purposes.. It is internet-era slang, commonly seen on TikTok, Discord, Reddit or X. There is no real cause for parental concern; it is descriptive vocabulary rather than risky behaviour. If your teen uses it, context will usually make the intent clear. A short, curious question about where they heard it is usually all that is needed to know whether to follow up.

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Slang is read by different audiences for very different reasons. The For parents view re-explains the term in plain, non-judgemental language so a caregiver can understand what their child means without needing the surrounding subculture. The For English learners view focuses on register (when it's safe to use), formal alternatives, and common mistakes — what a textbook won't teach you.

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