Lexical entry

クラシック

kurashikku

A shortened loanword for classical music, and by extension something classic or part of the classics.

Arts & EntertainmentPure GairaigoAbbreviationCompoundSource uncertain

Meaning

In music, it usually refers to classical music. It can also describe a classic work, a classical style, or the classics as a body of works.

Examples

Example Sentences

勉強をするときは、いつもクラシックを聴いています。

I always listen to classical music when I study.

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この小説は、日本文学におけるクラシックの一つだ。

This novel is one of the classics in Japanese literature.

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彼はクラシックな色使いのネクタイを好んで選ぶ。

He prefers choosing neckties with classic colors.

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クラシカル

Classical, especially in style or music-related usage.

Evidence and Provenance