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Definition of popera

popera

/ˈpɑːpəɹə/
pop · er · a

Plural:poperas
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• noun

1

A crossover musical genre or stage production that blends elements of popular music with traditional operatic vocal techniques and dramatic staging.

Example

"The vocalist gained international fame by performing popera, combining classical bel canto singing with contemporary pop arrangements."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 20th century as a portmanteau blending 'pop' (from popular music) and 'opera'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020

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