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클래식

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Meaning and Usage

"클래식" primarily refers to "classic" in contexts such as music, style, or objects that are traditional or timeless. It is often used to describe classical music (클래식 음악), classic cars (클래식 자동차), or anything with a traditional or elegant feel.

Common Collocations

  • 클래식 음악: classical music, often referring to Western classical music.
  • 클래식 자동차: classic cars, vintage or old-fashioned cars valued for their style or history.
  • 클래식한 분위기: a classic atmosphere or vibe, used to describe settings or styles that feel timeless or elegant.

Register and Usage Notes

"클래식" is a loanword from English and is used in casual and formal contexts without much change in meaning. It is often used in everyday conversation when talking about music or style.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse "클래식" with "고전" which also means "classic" but is more literary or historical. "클래식" is more commonly used for music, style, and objects, while "고전" is used for literature or traditional works.

Example Sentences

저는 클래식 음악을 좋아해서 자주 듣습니다.

Jeoneun keullaesik eumageul joahaeseo jaju deutseumnida.

I like classical music, so I listen to it often.

그 영화는 클래식한 분위기가 느껴져서 좋았어요.

Geu yeonghwaneun keullaesikhan bunwigiga neukkyeojyeoseo joasseoyo.

That movie had a classic atmosphere, so I liked it.

클래식 자동차 전시회에 가서 오래된 차들을 구경했어요.

Keullaesik jadongcha jeonsihoe-e gaseo oraedoen chadeureul gugyeonghaesseoyo.

I went to a classic car exhibition and looked at old cars.