Category: ArtsPart of speech: nounDifficulty: Intermediate
歌舞伎
/kabuki/Roman
English meaning: Kabuki
Japanese Definition
(日本語)歌舞伎とは、江戸時代初期(17世紀)に始まった日本の伝統演劇で、豪華な衣装・様式化された動作・独特の隈取り化粧が特徴である。男性俳優のみが演じる伝統があり、ユネスコ無形文化遺産に登録されている。
English Definition
A traditional form of Japanese theatre known for its elaborate costumes, stylized movements, and dramatic makeup (kumadori). Kabuki originated in the early Edo period (17th century) and was performed exclusively by male actors. It is a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage representing the pinnacle of Japanese performing arts.
Example
“歌舞伎はユネスコ無形文化遺産に登録された日本の伝統芸能です。”
In English: “Kabuki is a Japanese traditional performing art registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.”
Synonyms
- 伝統演劇
- 日本古典芸能
Literary Heritage
“古池や蛙飛び込む水の音”
/furuike ya / kawazu tobikomu / mizu no oto/
“The old pond — a frog jumps in, sound of water.”
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- Language
- 日本語
- Japanese
- Script
- Kana+Han
- Family
- Japonic
- Speakers
- 125M
