The opera
Example: We watched the opera last night at the theater.
Definition
"The opera" is a dramatic art form in which singers and musicians perform a staged work combining music, singing, acting, and sometimes dance, often telling a story through orchestral accompaniment and vocal performances.
Etymology
The term "the opera" comes from the Italian word 'opera,' meaning 'work' or 'labor.' It originally referred to a theatrical work combining music and drama, emerging in Italy in the late 16th century as a new form of entertainment. Did you know? The first recognized opera is often considered to be Jacopo Peri's 'Dafne.'
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"The opera" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (A1) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used words.
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