Translation and Meaning of: 演奏 - ensou
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 演奏 (ensou) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: ensou
Kana: えんそう
Type: noun
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Translation / Meaning: Musical performance
Meaning in English: musical performance
Definition: Playing music using instruments, voices, etc.
Table of Content
- Etymology
- Writing
- Synonyms
- Example Phrases
Explanation and Etymology - (演奏) ensou
The word 「演奏」 (ensou) consists of two kanji characters, 「演」 and 「奏」、each contributing to the rich etymology of this term. The first kanji, 「演」 (en), means "to act," "to perform," or "to represent." This character is often used to express the idea of developing something, presenting, or giving a performance. The second kanji, 「奏」 (sou), refers to the act of "playing a musical instrument" or "performing music." When combined, these kanji form the word 「演奏」, which refers to the performance or execution of music, usually in the context of playing an instrument.
The origin of 「演奏」 is deeply rooted in cultural and musical history. In Japan, music has always played a vital role in both ceremonial life and daily life. Thus, the term 「演奏」 not only captures the technical act of performing music but also the art and skill associated with that act. Performing music is more than just playing notes; it is a form of expression that is both personal and cultural, reflecting emotions, narratives, and traditions.
In contemporary use, 「演奏」 is a word that can be used in various contexts, ranging from performing at a concert to solo performances at an intimate event. Artists who excel in a 「演奏」 are often described as 「演奏者」 (ensousha), meaning "performer" or "interpreter." This term is frequently applied to musicians who dedicate themselves to sharing their skills through public or private performances, encapsulating both technical mastery and emotional expressiveness. Thus, the concept of 「演奏」 encompasses not only the skill and technique required to play music but also the ability to communicate and connect with the audience through performance.
How to Write in Japanese - (演奏) ensou
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Synonyms and similar words
There are different ways of expressing the idea of "Playing music using instruments, voices, etc." in the Japanese language.
A way of saying "Musical performance" é "(演奏) ensou".
Below is a list of Japanese words that have the same meaning or are a variation of the word. "(演奏) ensou":
- 演奏する (ensou suru) - Perform a musical performance
- 演奏曲 (ensoukyoku) - Musical piece/composition to be performed
- 演奏家 (ensouka) - Musician/Performer who carries out musical performances
- 演奏会 (ensoukai) - Live concerts/musical performances
- 演奏技術 (ensou gijutsu) - Musical performance technique
- 演奏力 (ensou ryoku) - Musical performance ability
- 演奏方法 (ensou houhou) - Method of musical execution
- 演奏者 (ensousha) - Musical performer/interpreter (without specifying the role)
- 演奏指導 (ensou shidou) - Guidance or instruction in musical performance
- 演奏時間 (ensou jikan) - Duration of the musical performance
Words related to: 演奏
See also other related words from our dictionary:
Kana: デモ
Romaji: demo
Meaning:
Demonstration; exhibition.
Kana: コンサート
Romaji: konsa-to
Meaning:
show
Kana: ギター
Romaji: gita-
Meaning:
guitar
Kana: オーケストラ
Romaji: o-kesutora
Meaning:
orchestra
Kana: アンコール
Romaji: anko-ru
Meaning:
Encourage
Kana: ひとえ
Romaji: hitoe
Meaning:
a layer; single
Kana: はいゆう
Romaji: haiyuu
Meaning:
actor; actress; player; artist
Kana: どうじ
Romaji: douji
Meaning:
concurrent(ly); simultaneous; Same time; synchronous
Kana: だん
Romaji: dan
Meaning:
1. Platform; podium; rostrum; 2. (Arch) Mandala
Kana: すいそう
Romaji: suisou
Meaning:
Touching Wind Instruments
Words with the same pronunciation: えんそう ensou
Example Sentences - (演奏) ensou
Below are some example sentences:
オーケストラの演奏は美しいです。
Ookesutora no ensou wa utsukushii desu
The presentation of an orchestra is beautiful.
The orchestra performance is beautiful.
- オーケストラ - Orchestra
- の - Possessive particle (indicates that the orchestra is the subject of the sentence)
- 演奏 - Performance, execution (in this case, of the orchestra)
- は - Topic particle (indicates that the performance of the orchestra is the theme of the sentence)
- 美しい - Nice, beautiful, beautiful
- です - Copula particle (indicates that the sentence is an affirmative statement)
ソロで演奏するのが好きです。
Soro de ensō suru no ga suki desu
I like to play alone.
I like to play alone.
- ソロ (soro) - means "only" in Japanese
- で (de) - a particle that indicates the means or the place where something happens
- 演奏する (ensou suru) - means "playing an instrument" or "performing a song" in Japanese
- のが (noga) - a particle that indicates someone's preference or personal taste
- 好き (suki) - It means "to like" or "to prefer" in Japanese.
- です (desu) - a particle that indicates formality or politeness in the Japanese language
楽器を演奏するのが好きです。
Gakki wo ensou suru no ga suki desu
I like to play musical instruments.
I like to play instruments.
- 楽器 (gakki) - musical instrument
- を (wo) - direct object particle
- 演奏する (ensou suru) - play, perform (an instrument)
- のが (noga) - particle indicating subjectivity
- 好き (suki) - to like, to be pleasant
- です (desu) - verb ser/estar in the present
私はピアノの演奏が好きです。
Watashi wa piano no ensō ga suki desu
I like playing the piano.
I like piano performances.
- 私 (watashi) - personal pronoun meaning "I"
- は (wa) - topic particle that indicates the subject of the sentence
- ピアノ (piano) - noun that means "piano"
- の (no) - possessive particle indicating that the preceding noun is the possessor of something
- 演奏 (ensou) - musical performance
- が (ga) - subject particle that indicates the subject of the sentence
- 好き (suki) - adjective meaning "to like"
- です (desu) - auxiliary verb that indicates the polite or formal form of the sentence
私はバイオリンを演奏するのが好きです。
Watashi wa baiorin o ensou suru no ga suki desu
I like to play the violin.
- 私 (watashi) - personal pronoun meaning "I"
- は (wa) - particle that indicates the topic of the sentence
- バイオリン (baiorin) - word in Japanese that means "violin"
- を (wo) - particle that indicates the direct object of the sentence
- 演奏する (ensousuru) - verb meaning "to play (an instrument)"
- のが (noga) - particle that indicates the nominal subject function of the sentence
- 好き (suki) - adjective meaning "to like"
- です (desu) - linking verb that indicates the formality of the sentence
私は管楽器を演奏するのが好きです。
Watashi wa kangukki o ensō suru no ga suki desu
I like to play wind instruments.
I like to throw wind instruments.
- 私 (watashi) - personal pronoun meaning "I"
- は (wa) - particle that indicates the topic of the sentence
- 管楽器 (kangakki) - noun meaning "wind instrument"
- を (wo) - particle that indicates the direct object of the sentence
- 演奏する (ensousuru) - verb meaning "to play (an instrument)"
- のが (noga) - particle indicating that the sentence is an expression of tastes or preferences
- 好き (suki) - adjective meaning "to like"
- です (desu) - auxiliary verb that indicates the polite or formal form of the sentence
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