Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
opere-buffe
Noun
/ˈɒp.ə.reɪ ˈbʌf.eɪ/
Definition
Opere-buffe refers to a type of operatic genre characterized by light, humorous, and often satirical content.
Examples
- The climax of the opere-buffe left the audience in stitches.
- She performed in several opere-buffe during her career, showcasing her comedic talent.
- The director chose an opere-buffe for the festival to attract a younger crowd.
Meaning
The term ‘opere-buffe’ can be understood as comic opera, where the focus is on entertaining the audience with witty dialogue and charming melodies.
Synonyms
- Comic opera
- Burlesque opera
- Light opera
