noun Uncommon

techno

TEHK-noh

Techno (noun) means a style of fast, repetitive electronic dance music built around a steady bass-drum beat, originally made for DJ sets. Example: “The club played techno until sunrise.”

noun

A style of fast, repetitive electronic dance music built around a steady bass-drum beat, originally made for DJ sets.

"The club played techno until sunrise."

How to use techno

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA genre of electronic dance music with a heavy, repeating beat.

Common pairings

techno music techno beat techno club

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Etymology

Shortened from "technology".

Frequently asked questions

What does “techno” mean?

The word “techno” means a style of fast, repetitive electronic dance music built around a steady bass-drum beat, originally made for DJ sets. In plain terms, a genre of electronic dance music with a heavy, repeating beat.

How do you pronounce “techno”?

“Techno” is pronounced TEHK-noh (/ˈtɛknoʊ/ in IPA).

How do you use “techno” in a sentence?

Here is “techno” used in a sentence: “The club played techno until sunrise.”

What part of speech is “techno”?

“Techno” is a noun.

Is “techno” a common word?

“Techno” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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