Noh
Noh (noun) means a classical, highly stylized form of Japanese musical theatre, or a single play performed in that style. Example: “They watched a noh performance at the ancient theatre in Kyoto.”
How to use Noh
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA traditional, slow-paced form of Japanese theatre using masks, music, and dance.
Word forms
Nohs plural
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They watched a _____ performance at the ancient theatre in Kyoto.
Etymology
An irregular romanization of Japanese 能 (nō), meaning "skill" or "talent."
Frequently asked questions
What does “Noh” mean?
The word “Noh” means a classical, highly stylized form of Japanese musical theatre, or a single play performed in that style. In plain terms, a traditional, slow-paced form of Japanese theatre using masks, music, and dance.
How do you pronounce “Noh”?
“Noh” is pronounced noh (/noʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Noh” in a sentence?
Here is “Noh” used in a sentence: “They watched a noh performance at the ancient theatre in Kyoto.”
What part of speech is “Noh”?
“Noh” is a noun.
Where does the word “Noh” come from?
The word “Noh” comes from Japanese. An irregular romanization of Japanese 能 (nō), meaning "skill" or "talent.".
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