Libretto: meaning, definitions and examples

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libretto

 

[ lษชหˆbrษ›toสŠ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

musical text

A libretto is the text or script of an opera or other long musical work. It includes all the dialogue and lyrics sung by the performers. The libretto serves as the foundation of the musical composition, guiding the composer in setting the text to music.

Synonyms

lyrics, script, text

Examples of usage

  • The libretto of the opera was written by a famous playwright.
  • He studied the libretto carefully before attending the performance.
  • The composer collaborated with the author to create the libretto.

Translations

Translations of the word "libretto" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น libreto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคธเฅเคคเคฟเค•เคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Libretto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ libretto

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปั–ะฑั€ะตั‚ะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ libretto

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒชใƒ–ใƒฌใƒƒใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท livret

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ libreto

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท libretto

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฆฌ๋ธŒ๋ ˆํ† 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู„ูŠุจุฑุชูˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ libreto

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ libreto

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆญŒ่ฏๆœฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ libreto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ libretto

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะปั–ะฑั€ะตั‚ะพ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒ˜แƒ‘แƒ แƒ”แƒขแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ libretto

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ libreto

Etymology

The term 'libretto' originates from the Italian word for 'little book,' which is a diminutive form of 'libro,' meaning book. The use of the term in the context of opera dates back to the 17th century, coinciding with the establishment of opera as a distinct art form in Italy. Initially, librettos were often written by poets and playwrights who sought to align the dramatic narrative with musical expression. Over time, prominent composers began to partner closely with librettists, leading to a more cohesive integration of text and music. The structure and complexity of librettos have evolved, reflecting changes in musical style and audience expectations throughout history.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,691, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.