Wagner (en. Wagner)

/ˈvaɡnɛr/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
German composer and conductor of the 19th century.
The opera 'The Ring of the Nibelung' is considered his masterpiece.
La ópera 'El anillo del nibelungo' es considerada su obra maestra.
A person who follows the work or style of Wagner.
Wagnerians are passionate about his music.
Los wagnerianos son apasionados de su música.

Etymology

The surname Wagner derives from German and means 'car maker'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Wagnerian opera
It refers to the operas composed by Richard Wagner.
Ópera wagneriana
Wagnerian style
It refers to the characteristic musical style of Wagner.
Estilo wagneriano

Related Words

classical music
Musical genre that includes Wagner's works.
música clásica
opera
Form of musical theater that Wagner popularized with his compositions.
ópera
romanticism
Artistic and cultural movement of which Wagner was a key figure.
romanticismo

Slang Meanings

It is used in the music field to refer to a lover of Wagner's music.
That guy is a true Wagnerian, he listens to his works all day long.
Ese tipo es un verdadero wagneriano, escucha sus obras todo el día.
It is sometimes used to describe something grand or excessive, like Wagner's music.
That party was a Wagner, with so much music and lights.
Esa fiesta fue un wagner, con tanta música y luces.