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    Zarzuela (en. Operetta)

    θaɾˈθwela

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A theatrical work in which music and dialogue are intertwined.
    The zarzuela 'La verbena de la Paloma' is very popular in Madrid.
    La zarzuela 'La verbena de la Paloma' es muy popular en Madrid.
    A musical genre characteristic of Spain.
    My grandmother always listened to zarzuela on the radio.
    Mi abuela siempre escuchaba zarzuela en la radio.

    Etymology

    The term 'zarzuela' comes from the name of the Palace of the Zarzuela in Madrid, where the first works of this genre were performed.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to put on a zarzuela
    To deliver or present a work of zarzuela.
    dar una zarzuela
    to be a zarzuela
    To refer to a chaotic or confusing situation.
    ser una zarzuela

    Related Words

    opera
    A genre of dramatic music in which the spoken parts are scarce and most of the work is sung.
    ópera
    musical
    A show that combines music, dance, and dialogues.
    musical

    Slang Meanings

    Situation of confusion or disorder.
    The meeting turned into a zarzuela.
    La reunión se convirtió en una zarzuela.
    A great spectacle or event full of music and joy.
    The festival was a real zarzuela.
    El festival fue una verdadera zarzuela.