How to Pronounce "opera"
word
/ˈɑpɹə/
AH-pruh
/ˈɒpəɹɐ/
O-puh-ruh
Definition
A type of dramatic performance in which the story is mostly sung, usually with orchestral music. It can also refer to a specific work in this style.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɑpɹə/
British English
/ˈɒpəɹɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AH-pruh
UK
O-puh-ruh
Listen in Context
My grandparents love opera.
We saw an opera in the city theater.
She wants to be an opera singer.
I thought opera would be boring, but it was amazing live.