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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
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HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2
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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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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.
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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.
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.
Yes,乐器 includes all types of musical instruments, whether they are traditional or modern.
You can say '我正在学习一种乐器' (wǒ zhèng zài xué xí yī zhǒng yuè qì) meaning 'I am learning a type of musical instrument'.
