noun
brava
BRAH-vuh
Brava (noun) means a shout of approval or praise directed at a female performer. Example: “The crowd shouted "brava!" as the soprano took her bow.”
noun
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A shout of approval or praise directed at a female performer.
"The crowd shouted "brava!" as the soprano took her bow."
How to use brava
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe feminine version of "bravo," used to praise a woman's performance.
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Etymology
Italian, the feminine form of bravo.
Rhymes for brava
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What does “brava” mean?
The word “brava” means a shout of approval or praise directed at a female performer. In plain terms, the feminine version of "bravo," used to praise a woman's performance.
How do you pronounce “brava”?
“Brava” is pronounced BRAH-vuh (/ˈbɹɑ.və/ in IPA).
How do you use “brava” in a sentence?
Here is “brava” used in a sentence: “The crowd shouted "brava!" as the soprano took her bow.”
What part of speech is “brava”?
“Brava” is a noun.
Where does the word “brava” come from?
The word “brava” comes from Italian. Italian, the feminine form of bravo.
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