kam4 gin6琴鍵琴键
Jyutpingkam4 gin6
Yalekàhm gihn
Definition
Keys on a musical instrument, especially a piano.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the physical keys on a keyboard instrument rather than the musical notes themselves. While it is standard for piano keys, it can also be used for other keyboard instruments like organs or synthesizers. It is a concrete noun used when discussing the mechanical or tactile aspects of playing.
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He presses the piano keys very hard when he plays.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 音符 which refers to musical notes on a score. Using 琴鍵 to talk about the sound or melody being played will sound incorrect to native speakers.
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