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乐器 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
乐器yuèqìmusical instrumentHSK 6, n, rank #7084, Hard
yuèqì(yue4qi4) T4
  1. 1musical instrument
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March 24, 2026
乐器(樂器)yuèqì(yue4qi4)

乐器 (yue4 qi4) refers to any musical instrument used to create music. This term encompasses a wide variety of instruments, from traditional Chinese instruments like the guzheng to Western instruments such as the piano. It is commonly used in contexts involving music education, performances, and discussions about musical styles.

Frequency#7084DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, traditional乐器 play a vital role in ceremonies and celebrations, such as the use of the pipa during festivals. Understanding乐器 helps learners appreciate the rich heritage of Chinese music, which often integrates these instruments into its performances.

Memory Tip

Think of 乐 (yue4) as 'happy' or 'joyful' music and 器 (qi4) as 'tool' or 'device'. Imagine a joyful musician playing a tool that creates beautiful music, symbolizing how乐器 brings happiness through sound.

Meanings of 乐器

yuèqì(yue4qi4)
1musical instrument
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About 乐器

乐器Simplified
樂器Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#7084Frequency Rank
件Measure Word
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 乐器

Quick Contrast

打击乐器 (dǎjī yuèqì) vs 弦乐器 (xián yuèqì) — use 乐器 for general reference to any musical instrument, while 打击乐器 specifically refers to percussion instruments and 弦乐器 refers to string instruments.

Memory Mnemonic

Think of 乐 (yue4) as 'happy' or 'joyful' music and 器 (qi4) as 'tool' or 'device'. Imagine a joyful musician playing a tool that creates beautiful music, symbolizing how乐器 brings happiness through sound.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 乐器 with music genres or styles; it strictly refers to the instruments themselves. This word is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. Common collocations include 乐器演奏 (yue4 qi4 yan3 zou4 - musical instrument performance) and 学习乐器 (xue2 xi2 yue4 qi4 - learning a musical instrument).

HSK Study Tips

As HSK Level 5 vocabulary, 乐器 connects well with words related to music and art. Students should focus on how to use it in practical sentences and phrases, especially in conjunction with other music-related terms.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, traditional乐器 play a vital role in ceremonies and celebrations, such as the use of the pipa during festivals. Understanding乐器 helps learners appreciate the rich heritage of Chinese music, which often integrates these instruments into its performances.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mispronounce乐器, confusing it with related words due to similar tones. For example, saying '乐期 (yue4 qi1)', which means 'happy period', instead of '乐器 (yue4 qi4)'. Always remember the correct tone for器 (qi4).

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Component Characters

乐lèhappy
HSK 35 strokes丿
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器qìdevice
HSK 716 strokes口
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Grammar Patterns of 乐器

乐器 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

Exercise 1 of 5

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每次演出开始前都应将____调好音.

The instruments should be tuned up before each performance.

Example Sentences for 乐器 (6)

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每次演出开始前都应将乐器调好音.

měi cì yǎn chū kāi shǐ qián dū yīng jiāng lè qì tiáo hǎo yīn.

The instruments should be tuned up before each performance.
2
那场音乐会失败了,因为乐器定错调了.

nà cháng yīn lè huì shī bài le, , yīn wéi lè qì dìng cuò tiáo.

The concert was a failure because the instruments were wrongly keyed.
3
他伴着原声乐器独唱了一组歌曲。

tā bàn zháo yuán shēng lè qì dú chàng le yī zǔ gē qū。

He plays a solo acoustic set.
4
管弦乐队的木管乐器组

guǎn xián lè duì de mù guǎn lè qì zǔ

the woodwind section of the orchestra
5
制作乐器的欧洲云杉和枫木, 上等红雪松, 桃花心木, 热带美洲产木材等等.

zhì zuò lè qì de ōu zhōu yún shān hé fēng mù, , shàng děng hóng xuě, sōng , táo huā, xīn mù , rè dài měi zhōu chǎn mù.

European Spruce and Maple for musical instruments. Red Cedar tops, Mahogany, Zebrawood and many more.
6
一种高脚酒杯状的鼓咋普或多姆巴克,是波斯古典音乐中的主要打击乐器.

yī zhǒng gāo jiǎo jiǔ bēi zhuàng de gǔ zǎ pǔ huò duō mǔ bā kè, , shì bō sī gǔ diǎn yīn lè zhōng de zhǔ yào dǎ jī lè.

The dombak is the chief percussion instrument of Persian classical music.

Cultural Notes for 乐器

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, traditional乐器 play a vital role in ceremonies and celebrations, such as the use of the pipa during festivals. Understanding乐器 helps learners appreciate the rich heritage of Chinese music, which often integrates these instruments into its performances.

Frequently Asked Questions about 乐器

乐器 refers specifically to musical instruments, while 音乐 means music in general, encompassing compositions and performances.