opera
/ˈɒpərə/ · /ˈɑːpərə/
CEFR level B1Topic ArtsWord #2478 in the learning path
歌剧；歌剧艺术
Definitions
n. a musical drama in which performers sing most words
歌剧；歌剧艺术
Example
We watched an opera at the theatre last night.
我们昨晚在剧院看了一部歌剧。
Public funding for opera can preserve artistic traditions while making performances accessible to a wider audience.
为歌剧提供公共资助既能保护艺术传统，也能让更多观众有机会欣赏演出。
Collocations
- an opera singer
- an opera house
- perform an opera
Word family
- operatic (adj.)
Usage tip
泛指歌剧艺术时不可数；一部歌剧用an opera。
FAQ
- What does opera mean?
- a musical drama in which performers sing most words
- How is opera pronounced?
- UK /ˈɒpərə/, US /ˈɑːpərə/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
