music
word
/ˈmjuzɪk/
MYOO-zik
/mjˈuːzɪk/
MYOO-zik
Definition
Sounds made with instruments or voices that are arranged to be pleasant or expressive; also, the art or study of creating or performing these sounds.
Usage & Nuances
'Music' is uncountable; do not use 'a music.' Common phrases: 'listen to music,' 'play music,' 'make music.' Used for all genres, styles, and times. Can refer to an art form, a specific piece, or background sound.
Spanish: músicaPortuguese (BR): músicaPortuguese (PT): músicaChinese (Simplified): 音乐Chinese (Traditional): 音樂Hindi: संगीतArabic: موسيقىBengali: সংগীত - সঙ্গীতRussian: музыкаJapanese: 音楽Vietnamese: âm nhạcKorean: 음악Turkish: müzikUrdu: موسیقیIndonesian: musik
Example Sentences
I love listening to music when I study.
basic
He can play music on the piano.
basic
Music makes me feel happy.
basic
What kind of music do you like?
natural
There's live music at the café every Friday night.
natural
Sometimes I just need some soft music to relax.
natural