This is the 12897th most frequent Portuguese word.
ópera
"Ópera" in English is "opera," a theatrical work combining singing, music, and drama.
Here, 'ópera' is used as a noun referring to the form of theatrical performance featuring music, singing, and drama.
Assistimos a uma ópera no teatro municipal ontem à noite.
We watched an opera at the municipal theater last night.
In this sentence, 'ópera' still acts as a noun, representing the medium or venue in which performing arts take place, referring to the specific staged work with music.
Ela sempre quis cantar em uma ópera famosa.
She has always wanted to sing in a famous opera.
Here, 'ópera' is part of the compound noun 'casa de ópera,' indicating the place where operas are typically performed.