noun
Uncommon
aria
AH-ree-uh
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.”
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
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Word forms
- Plural
- arias, arie
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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.
