Opera

usgb/ˈɑːprə/
noun

A theater form where music, songs, and acting tell a story.

She has tickets to see the opera in New York
Visual representation of "opera" - A theater form where music, songs, and acting tell a story

Often appears as...

  • grand opera
  • opera house
Definition 1 of 4
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Musical Emotion

Operas convey strong emotions through music, not just dialogue.

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The opera's climax left the audience in tears.
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Cultural Experience

Seeing an opera can be a cultural event, often requiring formal attire.

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They dressed up for the opera's gala night.
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Language Variety

Operas are frequently performed in languages like Italian, French, or German.

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She's learning Italian to better understand the opera.
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