旋律
senritsunoun★Intermediate
formal
A sequence of single notes that is musically satisfying.
彼女は素晴らしい旋律を作り出しました。
She created a wonderful melody.
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In Japanese, '旋律' refers specifically to the sequence of notes in music, distinct from rhythm or harmony.
Collocations
旋律を作るto compose a melody旋律が美しいthe melody is beautiful
Synonyms
💡Pro Tip
Formal vs. Casual Usage
Use '旋律' in formal or classical music contexts, and 'メロディ' in casual conversation.
📖Word Origin
From Chinese '旋律' (xuánlǜ), combining '旋' (xuán, 'to turn') and '律' (lǜ, 'law' or 'rhythm').
📝Usage Notes
'旋律' is often used in classical or formal contexts, while 'メロディ' (melody) is more common in everyday speech.
Word Breakdown
旋
to turn
root律
law or rhythm
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