opera

Meanings

• noun

  A form of musical theater that is typically composed with a libretto, or text, performed by singers, often accompanied by an orchestra or instrumental ensemble.

  - "She loves to attend operas at the Met."
  - "The opera 'La Bohème' tells a heart-wrenching story."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈɑ.pəɹ.ə/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈɑ.pəɹ.ə/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with opera
m opera , opulent , opera-tive , soprano , tenor , oratorio

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Variants

List of all variants of opera that leads to same result
opera , opus , operas , opuses , opera bouffe , opera bouffes , operas bouffes , opera buffa , opera buffas , operas buffa , opera comique , opera comiques , operas comiques , opera glass , opera glasses , opera hat , opera hats , opera house , opera houses , opera seria , opera serias , operas serias

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Etymology

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The word 'opera' comes from the Italian word 'opera' meaning 'work' or 'achievement'. It was first used in the late 16th century to describe a type of musical composition.

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Trivia

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1. The first known opera was performed in Florence, Italy, in 1597.

2. The most famous opera composer is Mozart.

3. The first opera houses had no seats – the audience stood throughout the performance.

4. The term 'opera' comes from the Italian word 'opera' meaning 'work' or 'achievement'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Libretto: The text of an opera, often written in verse, that forms the basis for the music and dialogue.

2. Aria: A self-contained vocal piece in an opera, usually sung by a single character and accompanied by an orchestra or instrumental ensemble.

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Culture

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Opera is an important part of Western classical music and has been influential in the development of various musical and theatrical traditions. It has been a source of inspiration for many artists, writers, and composers throughout history.

How to Memorize "opera"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the grandeur and elegance of an opera house.
   - Imagine the ornate costumes and elaborate sets.
   - Think about the singers performing on stage.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'opera' with elegance and grandeur.
   - Link it to the image of a beautiful opera house.
   - Connect it to the sound of a live orchestra.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym OPERA to remember the five elements of an opera: Opera, Performance, Entertainment, Romance, and Art.

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