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Operetta: meaning, definitions and examples

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operetta

 

[ หŒษ’pษ™หˆrษ›tษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

musical theatre

Operetta is a genre of light opera that often features spoken dialogue, singing, and dancing. It usually contains humorous and satirical elements and is typically performed in two acts. The music in operettas is often more accessible than that in grand operas, making it appealing to a wide audience. Some famous operettas include works by composers such as Johann Strauss II and Gilbert and Sullivan.

Synonyms

comic opera, light opera, musical.

Examples of usage

  • The community theater put on a delightful operetta last summer.
  • She fell in love with the melodies of the operetta.
  • Operetta performances are usually light-hearted and entertaining.

Translations

Translations of the word "operetta" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น opereta

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค“เคชเคฐเฅ‡เคŸเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Operette

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ operet

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะฟะตั€ะตั‚ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ operetka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ชใƒšใƒฌใƒƒใ‚ฟ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท opรฉrette

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ opereta

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท operet

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์˜คํŽ˜๋ ˆํƒ€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃูˆุจุฑูŠุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ opereta

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ opereta

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆญŒๅ‰ง

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ opereta

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รณperetta

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะพะฟะตั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒžแƒ”แƒ แƒ”แƒขแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ operetta

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ opereta

Etymology

The term 'operetta' comes from the Italian word 'operetta', which is a diminutive form of 'opera', meaning 'little opera'. Its roots trace back to the mid-19th century when composers began to create lighter, more humorous works distinct from the serious operas of the time. The genre gained prominence across Europe, especially in Vienna and London, where operettas combined music, song, and spoken drama appealing to a broad audience. The popularity of operetta was bolstered by notable composers like Jacques Offenbach, whose works featured playful narratives and catchy melodies. Operetta continued to evolve, influencing musical theater, and remains a popular form of entertainment today.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,619, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.