Aria
/หษษr.i.ษ/noun
A long, accompanied song for a solo voice, typically in an opera.
Did you know?In ancient times, the term 'Aria' was associated with the ethereal quality of melodies believed to connect the human spirit with the divine.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
aฤr
โThe lower atmosphere or the air around us.โ
Italian
Italian
aria
โA melody or tune, particularly one expressing a single emotion.โ
Medieval Latin
Medieval Latin
aria
โA song or melody, often used in liturgical contexts.โ
16th Century
Italian
aria
โA solo vocal piece with instrumental accompaniment, emerging in the context of early opera.โ
Modern English
English
aria
โA term used in opera and vocal music to denote a formal composition for a solo voice.โ