# bravura

> English word · Noun · IPA /bɹəˈvjʊəɹə/ · frequency rank #68,889

## Definitions
1. A highly technical or difficult piece, usually written for effect.
2. A display of daring.

## Etymology
From Italian bravura (“skill”), from bravo (“good, skilful”). Compare bravado.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/bravura