soundalike

American

[sound-uh-lahyk] / ˈsaʊnd əˌlaɪk /

noun

a person or thing that sounds like another, especially a better known or more famous prototype.

a whole spate of Elvis Presley soundalikes.

soundalike British

/ ˈsaʊndəˌlaɪk /

noun

1. a person or thing that sounds like another, often well known, person or thing
2. ( as modifier )
  
  a soundalike band

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Etymology

Origin of soundalike

1965–70; noun use of verb phrase sound alike, on the model of look-alike

Example Sentences

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Frank Drebin, if the actors’ soundalike initials weren’t confusing enough.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2025

Several websites already offer fans the ability to create new songs using soundalike voices of pop's biggest stars.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2023

To evoke the spirit of Regency England, SNL’s music department had to find the perfect “Careless Whisper” soundalike, something that clearly evoked the smooth saxophone sound of Wham! without violating any copyrights.

From Slate • Feb. 21, 2021

The Led Zep soundalike band isn’t very good, either.

From Salon • Feb. 15, 2016

Conceivably Madonna's greatest song, it features marching drummers suspended from the sky, and a snide interpolation of Lady Gaga's soundalike Born This Way.

From The Guardian • Jul. 21, 2012

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