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10 Language-to-English DictionariesBianqu
/biˈæn.tʃu/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A style of Chinese music that emphasizes improvisation and variation.
"The musician showcased his skills by performing a beautiful piece of biānqǔ." - 2
A form of traditional Chinese opera that incorporates spontaneous musical changes.
"During the performance, the actors engaged in biānqǔ, captivating the audience with their creativity."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'biānqǔ' originates from Mandarin Chinese, where 'biān' means 'to change' and 'qǔ' means 'melody' or 'tune'. This term has evolved over centuries to refer to a specific style of music characterized by its improvisational nature and adaptability.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Bianqu" is said worldwide
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Bianqu
Transliteration: bi-an-kou
"Le musicien a exécuté un morceau de bianqu."
Bianqu
Transliteration: bi-an-kü
"Der Musiker präsentierte ein Stück Bianqu."
Bianqu
Transliteration: bi-an-cù
"Il musicista ha eseguito un pezzo di bianqu."
Bianqu
Transliteration: bi-an-cú
"El músico interpretó una pieza de bianqu."
Bianqu
Transliteration: bi-an-cú
"O músico apresentou uma peça de bianqu."
बियानकु
Transliteration: bi-yan-ku
"संगीतकार ने बियानकु का एक टुकड़ा प्रस्तुत किया।"
变曲
Transliteration: biànqǔ
"音乐家表演了一段变曲。"
변곡
Transliteration: byeongok
"음악가는 변곡을 연주했습니다."
変曲
Transliteration: henkyoku
"音楽家は変曲を演奏しました。"
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