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light opera

/laɪt ˈɒpərə/

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/laɪt ˈɒpərə/C1formalart
  • ruЖанр оперы, который является легкомысленным, часто комедийным и включает разговорные диалоги, похожий на оперетту. Он менее серьёзен и более доступен, чем большая опера.

A genre of opera that is light-hearted, often comedic, and features spoken dialogue, similar to operetta. It is less serious and more accessible than grand opera.

  1. Light operaB2formal

    A genre of opera that is lighter in tone, often comedic, and includes spoken dialogue; also known as operetta.

    ruОперетта

    • The theater is performing a light opera by Gilbert and Sullivan.
    • She enjoys light opera because it is less dramatic than traditional opera.
    • Light opera often features catchy tunes and humorous plots.