Recitative
Pronunciation: /ˈɹeɪˈˌsiˌaɪtiˈˌeɪˌtiaɪˈvi/
Recitative (noun)
- A style of singing that is like speaking, used in operas to tell a story.
Examples
- The recitative allows the characters to express their emotions clearly.
- Recitative is a singing style used in opera.
Common collocations: perform recitative, write recitative, use recitative