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brava

/ˈbrɑːvə/
bra · va
Plural:bravas
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• interjection

1

Used as an exclamation of applause, praise, or approval directed specifically at a female performer or speaker.

Example

"As the soprano held her final high note, the audience rose to their feet shouting, "Brava!""

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• noun

1

A cry of "brava!" shouted in approval of a female performer.

Example

"The prima ballerina was greeted with a chorus of bravas as she took her final bow."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In strict theatrical and operatic usage, "brava" is directed specifically at a female soloist, whereas "bravo" is used for a male performer (or as a gender-neutral exclamation in general English) and "bravi" for a group of performers.

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• Nearby Words

bratty
bratwurst
braun
brava
bravado
brave
bravehearted

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 18th century directly from Italian brava, the feminine singular form of the adjective bravo ('bold, skillful, or accomplished').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Brava. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/brava
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