B2 noun 中性

classical

/ˈklæs.ɪ.kəl/

A genre of music, art, or literature that follows long-established principles and is considered to be of the highest standard. It specifically refers to the traditions of ancient Greece and Rome or the formal European musical style of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

例句

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1

I usually listen to classical when I want to relax at home.

I normally listen to traditional, high-standard music to feel calm at home.

2

The orchestra's performance of the Mozart classical was exquisite.

The musicians' rendition of the Mozart masterpiece was exceptionally beautiful.

3

Do you prefer rock or classical?

Do you like rock music or traditional orchestral music more?

词族

名词
classic
Verb
classicize
副词
classically
形容词
classical
相关
classicism
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记忆技巧

Think of a 'Class' in a 'Castle'—high-level, very structured, and historically significant.

快速测验

Although he enjoys jazz, his true passion is listening to ______.

正确!

正确答案是: classical

例句

1

I usually listen to classical when I want to relax at home.

everyday

I normally listen to traditional, high-standard music to feel calm at home.

2

The orchestra's performance of the Mozart classical was exquisite.

formal

The musicians' rendition of the Mozart masterpiece was exceptionally beautiful.

3

Do you prefer rock or classical?

informal

Do you like rock music or traditional orchestral music more?

4

The study of the classical provides insights into the foundational structures of Western thought.

academic

Researching traditional ancient works helps us understand the basis of Western philosophy.

5

Our brand identity is built on a respect for the classical.

business

The way we present our company is based on honoring traditional and timeless styles.

词族

名词
classic
Verb
classicize
副词
classically
形容词
classical
相关
classicism

常见搭配

listen to classical to hear traditional orchestral music
western classical traditional music from Europe and the Americas
early classical the initial period of traditional style
modern classical contemporary music following traditional forms
pure classical music or art strictly adhering to traditional rules

常用短语

the classical period

a specific time in history known for formal art and music

a touch of the classical

a small amount of traditional style

rooted in the classical

based on traditional or ancient principles

容易混淆的词

classical vs classic

Classic refers to anything that is a perfect example or timeless, while classical specifically refers to historical styles or formal music.

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使用说明

While predominantly used as an adjective, 'classical' functions as a noun when referring to the genre of classical music or the study of ancient Greek and Roman literature.

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常见错误

Learners often use 'classical' to mean any old music, but it should specifically refer to formal, structured music like that of Haydn or Mozart.

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记忆技巧

Think of a 'Class' in a 'Castle'—high-level, very structured, and historically significant.

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词源

From the Latin 'classicus', meaning 'belonging to the highest class of citizens'.

语法模式

Used as an uncountable noun when referring to music (e.g., 'He loves classical'). Rarely pluralized; 'classics' is the preferred plural noun for literary works.
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文化背景

In Western culture, classical music and art are often associated with formal education and high social status.

快速测验

Although he enjoys jazz, his true passion is listening to ______.

正确!

正确答案是: classical

相关词

to

A1

Used to indicate the place, person, or thing that someone or something moves toward. It can also mark the recipient of an action or the limit of a range.

and

A1

A primary conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are grammatically equal. It indicates addition, a sequence of events, or a relationship between two things.

a

A1

A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.

that

A1

This word is a demonstrative pronoun used to indicate a specific person, object, or idea that is further away in space or time from the speaker. It is also used to refer back to something that has already been mentioned or to introduce a clause that identifies something.

I

A1

The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.

for

A1

Used to show who is intended to have or use something, or to explain the purpose or reason for an action. It is also frequently used to indicate a specific duration of time.

not

A1

A function word used to express negation or denial. It is primarily used to make a sentence or phrase negative, often following an auxiliary verb or the verb 'to be'.

with

A1

A preposition used to indicate that people or things are together, in the same place, or performing an action together. It can also describe the instrument used to perform an action or a characteristic that someone or something has.

he

A1

A pronoun used to refer to a male person or animal that has already been mentioned or is easily identified. It functions as the subject of a sentence.

you

A1

Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.

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