No. 3,020 in Japanese
ブルース
"ブルース" (burūsu) means "blues," referring to the music genre.
In a sentence
私はブルース音楽が好きです。
I like blues music.
Used to describe a music genre originating from the African-American community, emphasizing its melodic structure and emotional depth.
彼はギターでブルースを演奏しました。
He played blues on the guitar.
Refers to a style or technique of playing music, showcasing the practice of blues compositions.
その映画はブルースの悲しみがテーマでした。
The movie's theme was the sadness expressed in blues.
Uses 'ブルース' metaphorically to signify the emotional quality associated with blues, extending its meaning into broader artistic contexts.
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