Aria (feminine noun)
[à·ria] Originally meaning “air” it also refers to a melody or song for one of the leading singers in an opera or choral work.
It is also used in several expressions:
Fare castelli in aria = build castles in the sky
Cambiare aria = have a change of scenery, take a break
Campare d’aria = live on air
Aria fritta = hot air, empty talk
