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10 Language-to-English DictionariesPop Music
/pɒp ˈmjuː.zɪk/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
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A genre of popular music that originated in its modern form in the 1950s, characterized by a strong rhythm, simple melodies, and often focused on themes of love and relationships.
"The new album features a mix of pop music styles that appeal to teenagers." - 2
Music that is commercially recorded and marketed to a broad audience, often played on mainstream radio and television.
"Pop music dominates the charts, with artists frequently collaborating to create hits."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'pop music' originated in the mid-20th century, derived from 'popular music', which refers to music that is widely liked or appreciated. The genre evolved from various musical styles, including rock and roll, and has roots in both American and British music traditions.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Pop Music" is said worldwide
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musique pop
Transliteration: myzik pop
"La musique pop est très populaire parmi les jeunes."
Popmusik
Transliteration: pop-muzik
"Popmusik ist ein wichtiger Teil der modernen Kultur."
musica pop
Transliteration: muzika pop
"La musica pop è ascoltata in tutto il mondo."
música pop
Transliteration: musika pop
"La música pop es muy popular entre los jóvenes."
música pop
Transliteration: muzika pop
"A música pop é um fenômeno global."
पॉप संगीत
Transliteration: pop sangeet
"पॉप संगीत युवा पीढ़ी में बहुत लोकप्रिय है।"
流行音乐
Transliteration: liúxíng yīnyuè
"流行音乐在全球范围内受到欢迎。"
팝 음악
Transliteration: pap eumak
"팝 음악은 전 세계적으로 인기가 많습니다."
ポップ音楽
Transliteration: poppu ongaku
"ポップ音楽は多くの人に愛されています。"
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