What does “music” mean?
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nounsounds arranged in a pleasant way by singing or playing instruments
I listen to music on the way to work.
Music at a glance
- Part of speech
- noun
- CEFR level
- A1 (beginner)
- Pronunciation
- /ˈmjuzɪk/ · MYOO-zik
How to use “music” correctly
“Music” is uncountable: say “a piece of music” or “a song,” not “a music.”
Common phrases with “music”
- listen to music
- play music
- pop music
- music lesson
Synonyms, opposites and related words
Word family
- musical
- musician
Idioms with “music”
- Face the music: Accept the unpleasant results of something you have done.
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