classical in Japanese
classical in Japanese is 古典, 古典的 — classical means relating to Western art music of the 18th and 19th centuries, or to orchestral music generally.
classical in Japanese
古典
Pronounced: koten
Conforming to the best authority in literature and art; chaste; pure; refined
古典的
Pronounced: kotenteki
Conforming to the best authority in literature and art; chaste; pure; refined
What does "classical" mean?
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adj Relating to Western art music of the 18th and 19th centuries, or to orchestral music generally.
"She prefers classical music to pop."
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adj Relating to ancient Greek and Roman culture, literature, or art.
"He studied classical history at university."
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adj Based on long-established, traditional principles rather than newer theories.
"Classical physics doesn't account for quantum effects."
classical in a sentence
- She prefers classical music to pop.
- He studied classical history at university.
- Classical physics doesn't account for quantum effects.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "classical" in Japanese?
"classical" in Japanese is 古典, 古典的. classical means: Relating to Western art music of the 18th and 19th centuries, or to orchestral music generally.
How do you pronounce 古典?
"classical" in Japanese is 古典, pronounced "koten".
How do you use "classical" in a sentence?
Example: "She prefers classical music to pop." In Japanese, "classical" is 古典, 古典的.
Are there other ways to say "classical" in Japanese?
Yes — Japanese has 2 translations listed for "classical": 古典, 古典的.
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