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メロディー
merodīLoanword from English melody
What does "メロディー" mean in English?
melodyこの曲のメロディーはとても美しいです。
The melody of this song is very beautiful.
How to use "メロディー" correctly: definitions and examples in English?
general
A sequence of musical notes that form a recognizable tune or musical phrase.
彼女は素敵なメロディーを作りました。
She created a wonderful melody.
Often used in the context of music, songs, or musical instruments.
Collocations
メロディーを作るto compose a melodyメロディーが頭に残るto have a melody stuck in one's head
Pro Tip
Common Usage
In Japanese, 'メロディー' is often used interchangeably with '旋律' (senritsu), though 'メロディー' is more commonly used in everyday speech.
Word Origin
Derived from the English word 'melody', borrowed into Japanese as a loanword.
Usage Notes
Commonly used in both formal and informal contexts when discussing music or songs.
Word Breakdown
メロ
melody
rootディー
suffix indicating a foreign loanword
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