Cool MateMeaning of Opera
a dramatic work in which all or most of the words are sung to music; works of this type as an art form or entertainment
In simple words: A type of musical play with singing and acting.
Opera in a sentence
- Puccini’s operas
- to go to the opera
- an opera singer
- **light/grand opera**
- the Vienna State Opera
How to use Opera
Use 'opera' when discussing music or performances, especially in cultural contexts. It's more formal and not used in everyday casual conversation.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think 'opery' like 'soapy' but for drama and music!
Related words
Collocations with Opera
Synonyms for Opera
Opposites of Opera
- silent film
- spoken play
- instrumental music
Common mistakes with Opera
- Confused with 'operetta', which is a lighter, shorter version of an opera.
- Thinking opera is only about singing, when it also involves acting and orchestration.
- Using 'opera' to mean any type of music performance, rather than its specific genre.
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Frequently asked questions about Opera
What does Opera mean?
A type of musical play with singing and acting.
What is the definition of Opera?
a dramatic work in which all or most of the words are sung to music; works of this type as an art form or entertainment
How do you use Opera in a sentence?
Puccini’s operas
Can you give another example of Opera?
to go to the opera
What are synonyms for Opera?
Common alternatives include musical, theater, drama, performance.
What is the opposite of Opera?
Opposite meanings include silent film, spoken play, instrumental music.
What words go with Opera?
It commonly pairs with comic, grand, light, compose, write, sing, singer, star, composer, comic, grand, light, compose, write, sing, singer, star, composer.
What are common mistakes when using Opera?
Confused with 'operetta', which is a lighter, shorter version of an opera. Thinking opera is only about singing, when it also involves acting and orchestration. Using 'opera' to mean any type of music performance, rather than its specific genre.
How do you pronounce Opera?
US: /["/ˈɑːprə/"]/, UK: /["/ˈɒprə/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Opera formal or informal?
"Opera" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.
When should I use Opera?
Use 'opera' when discussing music or performances, especially in cultural contexts. It's more formal and not used in everyday casual conversation.
What CEFR level is Opera?
"Opera" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.