música
/ˈmu.zi.kɐ/feminine
The English word "music" is música in Portuguese.
música refers to sound that is organized in time in a melodious way. In formal discussions, the term Sonoridade may be used to refer specifically to the sound or sonic qualities of music. Additionally, the diminutive form Músiquinha can be used to provide a friendly and playful tone.
Meaning: sound, organized in time in a melodious way (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
música is a feminine noun. Because of this, the definite article a must be used to say "the music" (a música). When you want to say "of the music", the preposition de (of) contracts with the feminine article a (the) to form da (da música).
How do you pronounce it?
The word has 3 syllables, with the stress on the 1st syllable. The IPA is /ˈmu.zi.kɐ/.
Did you know?
- In Brazil, if you ask someone to 'colocar uma música', you are asking them to 'play a song' or 'put on some music' rather than literally 'placing' an object.
- The Portuguese word música shares the same root as the English word 'music', both tracing back to the Ancient Greek word for the 'Muses'.
- While English uses 'music' as an uncountable noun, in Portuguese, you can use the plural músicas to refer to specific songs or tracks on a playlist.
Examples in context
- A música é boa.The music is good.This sentence is useful for describing the quality of the música.Tatoeba #7069670 by alexmarcelo, translation #7070850 by verymuchso
- Isto não é música.This isn't music.This sentence is useful for making a negative statement about something not being música.Tatoeba #5167910 by bill, translation #5158680 by CK
- Eu amo música rock.I love rock music.This sentence is useful for expressing a preference for a specific type of música.Tatoeba #1234937 by alexmarcelo, translation #588908 by CK
- Eu adoro música clássica.I love classical music.
- A sonoridade dessas peças musicais é fascinante.The sound of these musical pieces is fascinating.
- Vamos ouvir um som?Let's listen to some music?
- Estou curtindo o som dessa banda nova.I'm enjoying the music of this new band.
- Cantei uma músiquinha para animar a festa.I sang a little song to liven up the party.
- Essa músiquinha não sai da minha cabeça.I can't get this little song out of my head.
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Example conversation
Juliana and Felipe are at a cafe.
- JulianaFelipe, você gosta desta música?Felipe, do you like this music?
- FelipeSim, a música é relaxante.Yes, the music is relaxing.
- JulianaEu também acho a música ótima.I also think the music is great.
- FelipeVamos pedir outro café, Juliana.Let's order another coffee, Juliana.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “music” translations and entries música, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries música, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
