Indonesian · Culture & Society
musik
Music
Beginnernoun
Definition
Sounds arranged in a pleasing way; gamelan is traditional Indonesian music.
Example
Saya mendengarkan musik di perjalanan.
I listen to music on the way.
Etymology
'Musik' is borrowed from the Dutch 'muziek', which in turn comes from the Greek word 'mousikē', referring to the arts of the Muses, particularly music.
How & Where It’s Used
'Musik' is widely used in informal and formal contexts alike, applicable in discussions about arts and entertainment. It appears in both spoken and written formats.
Literary Heritage
Reference in many modern Indonesian songs and cultural discussions about traditional and contemporary music.