In Hispanophone Mexico, Peru, and Venezuela, opa is used to warn someone of an unnoticed danger. Besides being used as an emotional expression, opa (or epa) can also be used as a way of getting someone's attention (similar to "Hey!" in English).

The last of Kawena’s selections is what we now recognize as the exit chant "Halehale ke Aloha i Ha‘ikū / Keawe ‘O‘opa." It’s obvious that she selected this mele because it brought her "performance" to an appropriate close and signaled her departure from the audio stage.

During Holy Week, Greeks exclaim “Opa” to express joy as families gather for festive meals post-fasting. Attendees chant “Opa” to energize activities like dancing, games, and food tasting. Each instance of Opa signifies unity and a shared emotional response, …

Antique - Opa Opa(2nd Edition)

Aug 14, 2010 · Originally 1500 lines long, this chant was composed by the famous prophet and historian, Keaulumoku, who prophesied that Hawalians would one day struggle to hold on to their cultural heritage after realizing that without these traditions their survival as a people and a nation would be in jeopardy. This mele

Apr 9, 2022 · “Opa!” is a Greek expression that is heard often in the celebration of life. Most likely, you’ve heard it at a restaurant (Greek or not) when someone broke a plate—on purpose or unintentionally....

Opa is a common expression in Greek culture that is often used to express excitement, happiness, and celebration. The word has a variety of meanings and can be used in many different contexts. It can be used as an exclamation of joy, similar to the English expressions “wow” or “awesome”.

Nov 30, 2011 · The word “opa” is the Greek equivalent of L’Chaim, used as a celebratory salutation. Unlike, “L’Chaim, which means “to life,” opa doesn’t really ‘mean’ anything. It’s an exclamation of joy, like “whoopee” or “hooray.” It is frequently used in conjunction with dancing and drinking. OPA!

« Opa Opa » est une chanson festive qui incarne l’esprit joyeux et exubérant des célébrations grecques. Elle est souvent jouée lors de fêtes, mariages et autres événements joyeux. La chanson est un appel à la danse et à la célébration de la vie.

Feb 28, 2008 · OPA is a Greek Word that may be used as an ‘Exclamation’, or ‘Utterance’, or ‘Declaration’, or ‘Affirmation’ or a lovingly gentle way of telling you to ‘Stop’ ... depending on the situational context. It is a word or pronouncement of celebration; the celebration of life itself.