musical
Meaning: Relating to or skilled in music; a play or film with singing and dancing
Musical can be an adjective meaning relating to music or having a talent for music. As a noun, it refers to a theatrical production or film that tells a story through songs, dialogue, and dance. Famous musicals include 'The Phantom of the Opera', 'Les Misérables', and 'Mamma Mia'. The West End in London is famous for its musical theatre.
Examples
- She comes from a very musical family – everyone plays an instrument. 她来自一个非常有音乐天赋的家庭——每个人都会演奏乐器。Viene de una familia muy musical – todos tocan un instrumento.彼女はとても音楽的な家庭の出身で、みんな楽器を演奏する。그녀는 매우 음악적인 가정 출신으로, 모두가 악기를 연주한다.
- We're going to see a musical in the West End this weekend. 这个周末我们要去西区看音乐剧。Vamos a ver un musical en el West End este fin de semana.今週末、ウエストエンドにミュージカルを見に行く。이번 주말에 웨스트엔드에서 뮤지컬을 보러 갈 예정이다.
- The film has a musical quality to its dialogue. 这部电影的对白有一种音乐般的质感。La película tiene una cualidad musical en sus diálogos.その映画のセリフには音楽的な質がある。그 영화의 대사에는 음악적인 특질이 있다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Latin 'musicalis', from 'musica', from Greek 'mousikē' (tekhnē) meaning '(art) of the Muses', from 'Mousa' (Muse). Related to 'music', 'museum', and 'amuse'.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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