A hazzan (/ˈhɑːzən/;[1] Hebrew: [χaˈzan]) or chazzan (Hebrew: חַזָּן‎ ḥazzān, plural ḥazzānim; Yiddish khazn; Ladino hassan) is a Jewish musician or precentor trained in the vocal arts who helps lead the congregation in songful prayer.[2] In English, this prayer leader is often referred to as a cantor, a term also used in Christianity.