aria
Aria (noun) means an elaborate melody sung by a single voice, typically in an opera. Example: “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.
Word forms
arias plural, arie plural
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The soprano brought the audience to tears with her final _____.
Etymology
From Italian aria, "air, tune," ultimately from Latin aer, "air."
Rhymes for aria
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What does “aria” mean?
The word “aria” means an elaborate melody sung by a single voice, typically in an opera. In plain terms, a solo song, usually from an opera, showcasing a singer's voice.
How do you pronounce “aria”?
“Aria” is pronounced AH-ree-uh (/ˈɑː.ɹi.ə/ in IPA).
How do you use “aria” in a sentence?
Here is “aria” used in a sentence: “The soprano brought the audience to tears with her final aria.”
What part of speech is “aria”?
“Aria” is a noun.
Where does the word “aria” come from?
The word “aria” comes from Latin. From Italian aria, "air, tune," ultimately from Latin aer, "air.".
Is “aria” a common word?
“Aria” is an uncommon word in modern English.