classical

gb/klˈæsɪkəl/ us/klˈæsɪkəl/

A2 الإنجليزية

~ 2600

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adjective B1 property

Of ancient Greece or Rome

About the culture, art, or ideas from ancient Greece or Rome.

نمط الاستخدام: [something] is classical

خطأ شائع:

Learners sometimes confuse 'classical' with 'classic'. 'Classic' means 'excellent' or 'typical', while 'classical' refers to ancient Greek or Roman culture or traditional forms of art and music.

المرادفات

ancient (More general; refers to any very old period, not specifically Greece or Rome.)

الأضداد

modern (Refers to recent times and contemporary styles, the opposite of ancient.)

المتلازمات اللفظية

classical architecture |classical literature |classical civilization |classical mythology

الموضوعات

history |art |literature |arts_entertainment |education

أمثلة

The museum has a large collection of classical sculptures.
She studied classical literature at university.
The building's design is inspired by classical architecture.
Classical mythology is full of fascinating stories.
Many modern plays are based on classical themes.

أمثلة للمتعلّمين

I read a book about classical history.
We saw a film about classical Rome.
He likes classical stories from Greece.
Classical buildings are very beautiful.
Classical art is very old.

adjective A2 property

Of Western art music tradition

About a type of serious music played with instruments like violins and pianos, often from Europe in the past.

نمط الاستخدام: [someone] plays classical [instrument]

خطأ شائع:

Learners may say 'classic music' instead of 'classical music'. 'Classic' is incorrect in this context.

المرادفات

orchestral (Focuses specifically on music performed by an orchestra; not all classical music is orchestral.)

الأضداد

popular (Refers to mainstream contemporary music styles like pop, rock, etc., which contrast with classical music.)

المتلازمات اللفظية

classical music |classical composer |classical pianist |classical concert

الموضوعات

music |art |arts_entertainment

أمثلة

She has been training in classical piano for ten years.
The festival features both jazz and classical performances.
He prefers classical composers like Mozart and Beethoven.
Classical music can be very relaxing.
They attended a classical concert at the opera house.

أمثلة للمتعلّمين

I like classical music.
He plays classical guitar.
We went to a classical concert.
She listens to classical songs every night.
Classical music is quiet and slow.

adjective B2 property

Traditional in style or form

Done in a traditional way that follows old rules or styles.

نمط الاستخدام: [something] is classical in style

المرادفات

traditional (More general; can apply to customs and practices beyond art or formal systems.)

الأضداد

experimental (Refers to new, innovative styles that break traditional rules.)

المتلازمات اللفظية

classical style |classical approach |classical design

الموضوعات

art |culture |arts_entertainment |core_vocabulary

أمثلة

The painting was done in a classical style.
His writing follows the classical structure of tragedy.
The chef uses a classical approach to French cuisine.
This building showcases classical design principles.
Classical ballet requires years of training.

أمثلة للمتعلّمين

This is a classical style of painting.
The dance is very classical.
He likes the classical way of cooking.
They use a classical method for building houses.
The school teaches in a classical way.

adjective B2 property

Typical and enduring example

Seen as a perfect example that stays good over time.

نمط الاستخدام: a classical [example/case] of [something]

المرادفات

quintessential (Emphasizes being the purest or most typical form of something.)

الأضداد

atypical (Not representative or typical of its kind.)

المتلازمات اللفظية

classical example |classical case

الموضوعات

core_vocabulary

أمثلة

This is a classical example of how supply and demand works.
The novel is a classical piece of detective fiction.
Her speech is a classical case of political rhetoric.
This theory is based on classical logic.
The experiment follows the classical model.

أمثلة للمتعلّمين

It is a classical example of good work.
This story is a classical case of love and loss.
We learned about a classical example in science class.
This is a classical way to solve the problem.
That book is a classical case in history.

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الصيغة المعجمية

classical

IPA

GB/klˈæsɪkəl/

US/klˈæsɪkəl/

المقاطع والنبر

clas - sic - al (٣ مقاطع)

Stress on 1st syllable (clas)

تصريفات الكلمة

Adjective

Base: classical

عائلة الكلمة

Core family

class noun A1 classic adjective B1 classically adverb

Related words

classify verb B1 classification noun B1

Advanced or less common

classicism noun classicist noun neoclassical adjective

التعبيرات

classical architecture

/klˈæsɪkəl ˈɑɹkɪtˌɛkt͡ʃɚ/

fixed phrase

Architecture based on Greek/Roman style

A style of building design from ancient Greece and Rome, with columns and symmetry.

أمثلة

The city hall was built in the style of classical architecture.
Classical architecture often features tall columns and domes.

classical literature

/klˈæsɪkəl lˈɪtɚət͡ʃɚ/

fixed phrase

Ancient Greek or Roman literature

Books and poems from ancient Greece and Rome, or written in their style.

أمثلة

He majored in classical literature at college.
Classical literature includes works by Homer and Virgil.

classical music

/klˈæsɪkəl mjˈuzɪk/

fixed phrase

European art music tradition

A type of serious music from Europe in the past, played with instruments like violins and pianos.

أمثلة

I enjoy listening to classical music while studying.
She has been performing classical music since she was a child.

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الشركة & الدعم

classical

Of ancient Greece or Rome

Of Western art music tradition

Traditional in style or form

Typical and enduring example

classical architecture

classical literature

classical music

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