音楽
ongaku
music
私は音楽が好きです。
I like music.
formal
the art of arranging sounds in time; a composition or performance of such sounds
音楽は心を癒す。
Music soothes the heart.
Used for both classical and popular music; generally uncountable unless referring to a specific piece (一曲).
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Word Origin
Compound of 音 (sound) + 楽 (comfort, pleasure).
Usage Notes
Common noun referring to the field of music or to music in general. When counting individual pieces, use counters like 曲 or 曲目.
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