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  4. 楽曲

楽曲

gakkyoku
musical composition

この楽曲はとても美しい。

This musical composition is very beautiful.


general

A musical composition or piece of music, typically referring to a song or instrumental work.

彼は新しい楽曲を作曲した。

He composed a new musical piece.

このアルバムには10曲の楽曲が収録されている。

This album contains 10 musical tracks.

The term is commonly used in both classical and popular music contexts.

Collocations

楽曲を作曲するto compose a musical piece楽曲を演奏するto perform a musical piece楽曲を聴くto listen to a musical piece

Synonyms

曲音楽作品楽譜

Related Phrases

楽曲を聴くphrase
to listen to a musical piece
楽曲を作曲するphrase
to compose a musical piece

Pro Tip

Usage in Context

'楽曲' is often used in formal or professional contexts, such as music production or classical music discussions.

Gold Rule

Formal vs. Informal

In casual conversation, '曲' is more commonly used than '楽曲'.

Word Origin

From the combination of '楽' (music) and '曲' (piece or composition).

Usage Notes

While '曲' can also mean a song or tune, '楽曲' specifically emphasizes the composed nature of the music.

Word Breakdown

楽
music
root
+
曲
piece or composition
root
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