Dutch · Sports & Hobbies
de muziek
music
Beginnernoun
Definition
The art of combining sounds to create melody.
Example
Ik luister graag naar muziek.
I like listening to music.
Etymology
The word 'muziek' comes from the Latin 'musica', which in turn is derived from the Greek 'mousikē', referring to the art of the Muses. This term has evolved in Dutch to encompass all forms and styles of music.
How & Where It’s Used
'De muziek' is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, often in spoken conversations and written discussions about art and culture. It is universally used across Dutch-speaking regions.