noun
aria
AH-ree-uh
noun
1
An elaborate melody sung by a single voice, typically in an opera.
"The soprano brought the audience to tears with her final aria."
How to Use Aria
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA solo song, usually from an opera, showcasing a singer's voice.
Common pairings
sing an aria
opera aria
Word Forms
arias plural, arie plural
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Etymology
From Italian aria, "air, tune," ultimately from Latin aer, "air."