/ˌbrɑːˈvəʊ/
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Meaning
A word you shout to say well done, especially after a show, a song, or a fine piece of work.
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Word origin
From Italian bravo, meaning brave or fine, first shouted at opera singers in the 1700s.
- Origin
- Italian
- Root
- bravo
- English cognates
- brave
Examples
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People shout this to a singer or actor they loved.
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It is common at concerts and in the theatre.
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You can also say it to praise a friend.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 23, lesson 4: bravo, knight, operate and 7 more words.