Brava!

Brava! is an Italian interjection used to express enthusiastic approval and admiration, similar to "Bravo!" or "Well done!". However, "Brava!" is specifically used when the performer or person being praised is female.

The word is the feminine singular form of the Italian adjective "bravo," meaning "good," "skilled," or "courageous." As with other Italian adjectives, it agrees in gender and number with the subject it modifies.

• Usage: "Brava!" is typically shouted or exclaimed after a performance, speech, or accomplishment by a woman. It can be used in various contexts, including opera, theater, music, and general achievements.

• Gender Agreement: It's crucial to use "Brava!" only when addressing a single female. Using "Bravo!" would be grammatically incorrect in this case.

• Plural Forms: For multiple female performers, the correct form is "Brave!". The masculine singular is "Bravo!" and the masculine plural is "Bravi!".

• International Use: While originating in Italian, the term "Brava!" is widely understood and used internationally, particularly in performing arts circles. Its meaning is generally recognized, even by those who don't speak Italian.