Translation and Meaning of: 美術 - bijyutsu
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 美術 (bijyutsu) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: bijyutsu
Kana: びじゅつ
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n1
Translation / Meaning: art; fine Arts
Meaning in English: art;fine arts
Definition: Arte is a general term for artistic activities such as painting, sculpture, architecture, handicraft, and calligraphy.
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Explanation and Etymology - (美術) bijyutsu
The word 「美術」 (bijutsu) in Japanese is a term that broadly refers to the fine arts. It combines two distinct kanji: 「美」(bi), which means "beauty," and 「術」(jutsu), which means "technique" or "art." This combination alludes to the practice of the arts with skill to create something aesthetically beautiful. The etymology of the word reflects the traditional importance placed on harmony and beauty in Japanese artistic culture.
The definition of 「美術」 encompasses a variety of artistic forms such as painting, sculpture, and visual arts in general. It is interesting to note how this word aligns with the traditional aesthetic view of Japan, where simplicity, nature, and the subtle are fundamental elements. The expression is widely used not only to address classical art but also contemporary art, demonstrating its versatility and comprehensiveness.
Historically, 「美術」 arises in a context where Japan is modernizing and interacting with Western influences. During the Meiji Period, there was a movement of assimilation of Western artistic methods, leading to a revival and redefinition of local artistic practices. Thus, the expression became established in modern Japanese vocabulary, symbolizing a fusion between the artistic traditions of the East and the West. Today, 「美術」 museums are popular and celebrated, offering spaces for the appreciation and interaction with various forms of art.
Synonyms and similar words
- 芸術 (geijutsu) - Arte
- 絵画 (kaiga) - Painting, works of art in pictorial form
- 絵 (e) - Image, drawing, painting in general
- 画 (gaku) - Frame, drawing, specific painting
- 美学 (bigaku) - Aesthetics, the study of beauty
- 美的 (biteki) - Aesthetic, related to beauty
- 美意 (bi-i) - Aesthetic intention, the purpose of creating beauty
- 美風 (bifuu) - Aesthetic style, predominant aesthetics
- 美風俗 (bifuzoku) - Aesthetic costumes, traditions related to beauty
- 美風景 (bifukei) - Aesthetic landscapes, views that are considered beautiful
- 美景 (bikei) - Beautiful view, pleasant landscape to the eyes
- 美意識 (biishiki) - Aesthetic consciousness, perception of beauty
- 美意識形成 (biishiki keisei) - Formation of aesthetic consciousness
- 美意識向上 (biishiki koujou) - Raising aesthetic awareness
- 美意識教育 (biishiki kyouiku) - Education on aesthetics
- 美意識啓発 (biishiki keihatsu) - Promotion of aesthetic awareness
- 美意識醸成 (biishiki jousei) - Development of aesthetic awareness
- 美意識開発 (biishiki kaihatsu) - Development of aesthetic skill
- 美意識育成 (biishiki ikusei) - Promotion of aesthetic awareness
- 美意識磨き (biishiki migaki) - Refinement of aesthetic consciousness
- 美意識向け (biishiki muke) - Aimed at aesthetic awareness
- 美意識向上の (biishiki koujou no) - Regarding the elevation of aesthetic consciousness
- 美意識を高める (biishiki wo takameru) - Increase aesthetic awareness
- 美意識を育てる (biishiki wo sodateru) - Caring for aesthetic awareness
- 美意識を養う (biishiki wo yashinau) - Nurturing aesthetic consciousness
Words related
Words with the same pronunciation: びじゅつ bijyutsu
How to Write in Japanese - (美術) bijyutsu
See below a step-by-step guide on how to write the word by hand in Japanese (美術) bijyutsu:
Example Sentences - (美術) bijyutsu
Below are some example sentences:
Dessan wa bijutsu no kiso desu
Dessan is the basis of art.
Dessan is the basis of art.
- デッサン - drawing
- は - topic particle
- 美術 - beautiful beaches
- の - possessive particle
- 基礎 - foundation, base
- です - verb "to be", indicating affirmation or politeness
Kono bijutsukan ni kizon sareta sakuhin wa subarashii desu
The works donated to this museum are wonderful.
The work donated to this museum is wonderful.
- この - indicates that what follows is close to or related to the speaker
- 美術館 - art museum
- に - particle indicating the place where something is or happens
- 寄贈された - verb "kizō" in the past tense, meaning "to give"
- 作品 - work of art
- は - particle that indicates the topic of the sentence
- 素晴らしい - adjective "subarashii", meaning "wonderful"
- です - verb "desu", which indicates the polite and courteous way of speaking
Kono bijutsukan wa subarashii tenji o shiteimasu
This museum has a wonderful display.
- この - demonstrative pronoun meaning "this" or "this one"
- 美術館 - noun meaning "art museum"
- は - topic particle indicating the subject of the sentence, in this case, "this art museum"
- 素晴らしい - adjective meaning "wonderful" or "excellent"
- 展示 - noun meaning "display" or "exhibition"
- を - direct object particle indicating the target of the action, in this case, "display/exhibition"
- しています - verb meaning "to be doing" or "to be accomplishing"
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