singspiel Syllabification: (sing·spiel)Pronunciation: /ˈsiNGˌspēl, ˈziNGˌSHpēl/Definition of singspiel noun (plural singspiele /-ˌspēlə, -ˌSHpēlə/) a form of German light opera, typically with spoken dialogue, popular especially in the late 18th century. Origin:from German singen 'sing' + Spiel 'play'