classical
gb/klˈæsɪkəl/ us/klˈæsɪkəl/
A2
英语
~ 2600
义项
0 个义项
adjective
B1
property
1
Of ancient Greece or Rome
About the culture, art, or ideas from ancient Greece or Rome.
用法模式：
[something] is classical
常见错误：
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.
近义词
ancient (More general; refers to any very old period, not specifically Greece or Rome.)
反义词
modern (Refers to recent times and contemporary styles, the opposite of ancient.)
搭配
classical architecture
|classical literature
|classical civilization
|classical mythology
主题
history
|art
|literature
|arts_entertainment
|education
例句
- 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.
学习者例句
- 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
2
Of Western art music tradition
About a type of serious music played with instruments like violins and pianos, often from Europe in the past.
用法模式：
[someone] plays classical [instrument]
常见错误：
Learners may say 'classic music' instead of 'classical music'. 'Classic' is incorrect in this context.
近义词
orchestral (Focuses specifically on music performed by an orchestra; not all classical music is orchestral.)
反义词
popular (Refers to mainstream contemporary music styles like pop, rock, etc., which contrast with classical music.)
搭配
classical music
|classical composer
|classical pianist
|classical concert
主题
music
|art
|arts_entertainment
例句
- 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.
学习者例句
- 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
3
Traditional in style or form
Done in a traditional way that follows old rules or styles.
用法模式：
[something] is classical in style
近义词
traditional (More general; can apply to customs and practices beyond art or formal systems.)
反义词
experimental (Refers to new, innovative styles that break traditional rules.)
搭配
classical style
|classical approach
|classical design
主题
art
|culture
|arts_entertainment
|core_vocabulary
例句
- 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.
学习者例句
- 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
4
Typical and enduring example
Seen as a perfect example that stays good over time.
用法模式：
a classical [example/case] of [something]
近义词
quintessential (Emphasizes being the purest or most typical form of something.)
反义词
atypical (Not representative or typical of its kind.)
搭配
classical example
|classical case
主题
core_vocabulary
例句
- 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.
学习者例句
- 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.
语法
词典原形
classical
IPA
GB/klˈæsɪkəl/
US/klˈæsɪkəl/
音节与重音
clas - sic - al （3 个音节）
Stress on 1st syllable (clas)
词形变化
Adjective
- Base: classical
词族
Related words
classify
verb B1
classification
noun B1
Advanced or less common
classicism
noun
classicist
noun
neoclassical
adjective
相关表达
classical architecture
1/klˈæsɪkəl ˈɑɹkɪtˌɛkt͡ʃɚ/
fixed phrase
Architecture based on Greek/Roman style
A style of building design from ancient Greece and Rome, with columns and symmetry.
例句
- The city hall was built in the style of classical architecture.
- Classical architecture often features tall columns and domes.
classical literature
1/klˈæsɪkəl lˈɪtɚət͡ʃɚ/
fixed phrase
Ancient Greek or Roman literature
Books and poems from ancient Greece and Rome, or written in their style.
例句
- He majored in classical literature at college.
- Classical literature includes works by Homer and Virgil.
classical music
1/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.
例句
- I enjoy listening to classical music while studying.
- She has been performing classical music since she was a child.