ピアノ

• Reading: ピアノ
• Romaji: piano
• Pronunciation: /pi.a.no/

Meaning

A piano; a keyboard musical instrument. One of the most popular instruments studied in Japan.

Borrowed from Italian 'piano' (short for pianoforte). Playing piano is an extremely popular hobby and skill in Japan, with many children attending piano lessons from a young age. Common collocations include ピアノを弾く (to play piano), ピアノ教室 (piano school), and ピアノの発表会 (piano recital).

Examples

1. 妹は毎日ピアノを練習しています。 My younger sister practices piano every day.
2. 小さいときからピアノを習っています。 I've been taking piano lessons since I was little.
3. ピアノの発表会で緊張しました。 I was nervous at the piano recital.

Usage Guide

Context: music, hobbies, education

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

Borrowed from Italian 'pianoforte,' meaning soft-loud, referring to the instrument's ability to play at varying volumes. Shortened to 'piano' in most languages including Japanese.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal