オペラ
Meanings
1
Refers to the Western musical drama genre. Used as a common noun in Japanese.
from Italian
I plan to go see an opera with a friend next month.
Usage patterns
- オペラを見るto watch an opera
Last year I went to see an opera for the first time.
- オペラを上演するto stage/perform an opera
This theater stages a new opera every year.
- オペラを聴くto listen to an opera (recording or performance)
I often relax at home by listening to opera.