Bravo

Bravo is a word with several uses in language, media, and communication. In the NATO phonetic alphabet, Bravo is the code word for the letter B, used in aviation, military, and emergency communications to ensure clarity when spelling words over radio. The term traces to the Italian word bravo, meaning skilled or brave, and in performance culture it has become an interjection of praise.

Bravo is also the name of an American cable and satellite television network owned by NBCUniversal. Launched in 1980 as a premium channel focused on arts, culture and fine living, Bravo later shifted to general entertainment and reality programming. The network is known for reality franchises such as The Real Housewives, Top Chef, and Project Runway, among others, and operates in multiple markets as part of NBCUniversal's portfolio of entertainment brands.

In addition to these uses, "bravo" is widely used in English and other languages as an exclamation of approval after a performance and as an adjective describing a performer who receives such praise. The spelling and capitalization may vary, with "Bravo" as a proper noun in brand names and titles and "bravo" in common usage.