Czech · Culture & Society
hudba
music
Definition
Sounds arranged in a pleasing way, made by voices or instruments.
Example
Poslouchám hudbu cestou do práce.
I listen to music on my way to work.
Etymology
'Hudba' derives from the Greek word 'mousikē', which means the art of the Muses. It entered Czech through Old Church Slavonic and emphasizes the intertwined nature of music with culture and religion.
How & Where It’s Used
This term is prevalent in both informal and formal discussions about music, and it appears in spoken and written forms, especially in critiques and cultural discussions. It is widely understood across all Czech-speaking regions.
Literary Heritage
The word appears in many works of Czech poetry and literature, such as in the songs and writings of notable composers and poets like Antonín Dvořák and Jaroslav Seifert.