Discover music genre names in Cantonese! Learn how to say pop (流行曲), rock (搖滾), classical (古典), and discuss Cantopop culture.
Genre vocabulary helps you discuss music preferences, recommend songs, and explore Hong Kong's influential music scene. Perfect for Cantopop fans!
Each genre includes native audio, Jyutping, and cultural context.
| Cantonese | English | Pronounce |
|---|---|---|
| pop | ||
| rock | ||
| jazz | ||
| classical | ||
| hip-hop | ||
| electronic | ||
| country | ||
| folk | ||
| heavy metal | ||
| opera | ||
| blues | ||
| reggae | ||
| indie |
After mastering music genres vocabulary, you might want to explore other essential Cantonese vocabulary categories to expand your language skills further. Check out our complete vocabulary collection to discover more themed word lists.
Understanding music genres-related vocabulary is essential for anyone learning Cantonese, whether you're planning to visit Hong Kong, communicate with Cantonese-speaking friends and family, or immerse yourself in Cantonese culture through films, TV shows, and music.
These 13 carefully selected words represent the most commonly used music genres terms in everyday Cantonese conversations. Each word comes with:
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