ci4 kuk1詞曲词曲

Jyutpingci4 kuk1
Yalechìh kūk

Definition

Lyrics and melody; the lyrics and music of a song.

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How it's used

Refers specifically to the creative components of a song, often used when discussing singer-songwriters or music production. While it technically covers both elements, speakers frequently use it as a shorthand when praising the overall composition of a track. It is common to pair this with verbs like 寫 or 創作 to describe the act of songwriting.

Examples

㗎。
The lyrics and melody of this song were both written by him.
？
Do you like the lyrics or the melody of this song more?

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