芸術

• Reading: げいじゅつ
• Romaji: geijutsu
• Kanji breakdown: 芸 (gei) — art, performance; 術 (jutsu) — technique, method
• Pronunciation: /ɡeː.dʑɯ.tsɯ/

Meaning

Art; the arts. The broad domain of creative expression including visual art, music, literature, and performance.

A noun encompassing all forms of fine art and creative expression. 芸術 is more formal and elevated than the simpler 美術 (visual arts). Commonly used in compounds like 芸術家 (artist), 芸術作品 (work of art), and 芸術祭 (arts festival). It carries a sense of refined artistic endeavour.

Examples

1. 芸術に興味がある若者が増えている。 More and more young people are becoming interested in the arts.
2. 彼の写真は芸術として高く評価されている。 His photographs are highly regarded as art.
3. 大学で芸術を専攻したいと考えている。 I'm thinking about majoring in art at university.

Usage Guide

Context: art, culture, education

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

Composed of 芸 (art, performance, skill) and 術 (technique, method). Together they mean the technique or method of artistic expression.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal