O libreto
Example: O libreto da ópera foi escrito por um famoso dramaturgo.
Definition
"O libreto" refers to the text or script of an opera or musical work, containing the dialogue, lyrics, and stage directions that guide the performance. It serves as the written foundation for the musical and dramatic elements in a production.
Etymology
The word "o libreto" comes from the Italian "libretto," meaning 'little book.' It originally referred to the booklet containing the text of an opera or musical composition. Did you know? The Italian term itself comes from Latin "liber," meaning 'book,' emphasizing the idea of a small book or pamphlet.
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