aria
/ˈaɾja/feminine
The English phrase 'solo' (referring to a job or performance done by one person) is translated into Spanish as aria. If unsure, use aria. Wiktionary also lists romanza.
Meaning: job or performance done by one person (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| aria | /ˈaɾja/ | feminine |
| romanza | /roˈmanθa/ /roˈmansa/ |
feminine |
When referring to a job or performance performed by a single person, you can use the nouns aria or romanza. Relatedly, the adjective solo is used to describe something pertaining to a musical solo, while the phrase hacerlo solo is used when one independently tackles a challenge. To express the concept of being alone or enjoying personal time, you can use the phrase A solas. If you want to say 'solo' or 'by myself', the expression En solitario is used. Note that if you mean 'only' or 'just', the word is Solamente.
Related words
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈaɾja/
Did you know?
- While solo means 'alone', the phrase en solitario is frequently used in Spanish to describe a criminal act committed by one person rather than a gang.
- The word aria shares an ancient linguistic ancestor with the Greek word for 'air' or 'atmosphere', reflecting its connection to the breath used in singing.
- To describe a musical solo that is not a vocal piece, such as an instrumental solo, Spanish speakers typically use solo as an adjective rather than the noun aria.
Examples in context
- Me gusta salir en solitario a pasearI like to go for a walk by myself
- Me gusta leer a solasI like to read alone
- Voy a viajar a Madrid soloI'm going to Madrid alone
- Me gusta estar por mi cuenta de vez en cuandoI like to be on my own from time to time
- Ella siempre sale solamente con sus amigos cercanosShe always goes out only with her close friends
- Disfruto de caminar en solitario por el bosqueI enjoy walking alone through the forest
- A veces, necesito un momento a solas para relajarmeSometimes, I need a moment alone to relax
- Mañana ensayaremos el aria principal.Tomorrow we will rehearse the main aria.
Example conversation
Mateo and Lucía are discussing an opera they just watched.
- MateoLucía, ¿cuál fue tu parte favorita?Lucía, what was your favorite part?
- LucíaSin duda, la aria del primer acto.Without a doubt, the aria from the first act.
- MateoTienes razón, la soprano cantó muy bien.You're right, the soprano sang very well.
- LucíaSí, esa aria es realmente impresionante.Yes, that aria is truly impressive.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “solo” translations and entries aria, romanza, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries aria, romanza, CC BY-SA 4.0.
