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Korean

국악
Meaning: traditional Korean music
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

저는 국악 공연을 보는 것을 좋아해요.
I like watching traditional Korean music performances.
국악 연주자는 전통 악기인 소를 불어 맑은 음색을 냈습니다.
The performer blew the traditional instrument and produced a clear, beautiful tone.
국악 연주자는 생황으로 '라' 음을 연주했다.
The traditional Korean musician played the 'La' note with the saenghwang.
국악 공연에서 연주자가 쟁을 뜯자 맑은 소리가 울렸다.
At a Korean traditional music performance, the performer plucked the traditional string instrument, and a clear sound rang out.
국악 연구자는 순의 구조와 연주법을 기록으로 남겼습니다.
A traditional-music researcher recorded the instrument’s structure and playing method for posterity.

Usage Notes

Refers specifically to Korea's native or traditional music, as opposed to Western music.

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