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opera

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈɑːpərə/ · UK /ˈɒpərə/

Forms: operas

opera means: A play in which performers sing the words, usually with a large group of musicians.

noun

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A play in which performers sing the words, usually with a large group of musicians.

  • We saw an opera last night.
  • She has written two operas.
  • Do you enjoy Italian opera?

Common phrases: an opera singer, an opera house, perform an opera, write an opera

Questions about opera

What does opera mean?

A play in which performers sing the words, usually with a large group of musicians.

What is opera in other languages?

Türkçe: opera · Español: ópera · Français: opéra · Deutsch: Oper · Italiano: opera · 日本語: オペラ

How do you pronounce opera?

In American English /ˈɑːpərə/; in British English /ˈɒpərə/.

How do you use opera in a sentence?

We saw an opera last night. She has written two operas.

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