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Music is a universal language that connects people across cultures. Whether you're discussing instruments, genres, or musical performances, these 50 essential Korean words will help you talk about music in Korean with ease.
General Music Terms
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음악 (Eumak) - Music
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노래 (Norae) - Song
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가사 (Gasa) - Lyrics
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멜로디 (Mellodi) - Melody
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리듬 (Rideum) - Rhythm
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화음 (Hwaeum) - Harmony
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박자 (Bakja) - Beat
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음정 (Eumjeong) - Pitch
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작곡 (Jakkok) - Composition
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편곡 (Pyeongok) - Arrangement
Musical Instruments
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피아노 (Piano) - Piano
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기타 (Gita) - Guitar
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바이올린 (Baiollin) - Violin
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드럼 (Deureom) - Drums
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첼로 (Chello) - Cello
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색소폰 (Saekso-pon) - Saxophone
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플루트 (Peulluteu) - Flute
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트럼펫 (Teureompet) - Trumpet
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하모니카 (Hamonika) - Harmonica
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국악기 (Gugakgi) - Traditional Korean instrument
Singing and Performance
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가수 (Gasu) - Singer
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연주자 (Yeonjuja) - Performer (instrumentalist)
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작곡가 (Jakkokga) - Composer
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지휘자 (Jihwija) - Conductor
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오케스트라 (Oke-seuteura) - Orchestra
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합창단 (Hapchangdan) - Choir
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독창 (Dokchang) - Solo
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무대 (Mudae) - Stage
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공연 (Gongyeon) - Performance
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콘서트 (Konseoteu) - Concert
Music Genres
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클래식 (Keullaesik) - Classical music
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팝송 (Papsong) - Pop song
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재즈 (Jaejeu) - Jazz
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록 (Rok) - Rock
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발라드 (Balladeu) - Ballad
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힙합 (Hipap) - Hip-hop
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R&B (Areunbi) - R&B
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EDM (EDM) - Electronic dance music
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트로트 (Teuroteu) - Trot (Korean traditional pop)
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국악 (Gugak) - Korean traditional music
Musical Terms and Techniques
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고음 (Goeum) - High note
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저음 (Jeoeum) - Low note
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음색 (Eumsaek) - Tone color
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반주 (Banju) - Accompaniment
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독주 (Dokju) - Solo performance
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즉흥 연주 (Jeukheung yeonju) - Improvisation
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녹음 (Nogeum) - Recording
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믹싱 (Miksing) - Mixing
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음량 (Eumryang) - Volume
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작사 (Jaksah) - Lyric writing